1. Ergonomics

2. Definition §application of scientific information concerning humans §comes into everything which involves people

3. What is including in Ergonomics? §Keyboard §Monitor §Mouse §Chair

4. Keyboard

5. Set up and Positioning  If you don't currently use an adjustable keyboard/mouse tray, consider attaching one to your surface.  Make sure the height of your keyboard allows you to keep an "open angle" with your arms.

6.  If your keyboard is lower than the desk surface, tilt the back edge of the keyboard slightly down (known as "negative keyboard tilt").

7.  If you use a keyboard tray, make sure there's enough room for your mouse.  If you have a broad chest, consider a "split" keyboard.

8. Tips for Healthy Keyboard Usage  Use a light touch when typing (don't bang on the keyboard!).  Keep your wrists in a neutral (straight) position—not bent up or down.

9.  Keep sure your elbows at a slightly open angle—90I or greater.  Keep your shoulders relaxed, and your elbows at your side.

10.  Don't use wrist rests or armrests while typing—only while resting.  Stay centered on the lettered part of the keyboard.

11.  Consider using a voice recognition software program.  Consider using keyboard shortcuts or macros to repeat common tasks.

12. Monitor

13. §Type of monitor l CRT OR LCD §Center your monitor l Best position: Directly in front of you §Sit arms' length away §Position the top of your screen level with your eyes l 2"-3" below the top of the monitor

14. §Tilt your monitor slightly upward §Beware of your windows §Balance the brightness of your monitor and its surroundings §Adjust your font size and color

15. §Accessories l Glare Screen l Monitor Arm l Monitor Stand l Monitor Mounted Document Holder

16. Mouse ----Set up and positioning ----Tips for Healthy Mouse Use

17. Set up and position §Place your mouse close to your keyboard and within easy reach.

18. Set up and position §Adjust your mouse/trackball's software control § Make sure you're using the right size pointing device.

19. Tips for Healthy Mouse Use §Limit the amount you use your tracking device §Use keyboard shortcuts

20. Tips for Healthy Mouse Use § If you surf the web or edit long documents, consider a mouse with a scroll wheel § Don't click too hard!

21. Chair

22. Introduction § chair is the single most important component of a healthy working environment

23. Sitting Posture § sit comfortably in the chair §using as much of the chair back as possible for support §flat your feet on the ground

24. Adjustable Chair § Adjust the Chair Height § Sit Back in the Chair § Adjust the Recline § Adjust the Seat Pan § Adjust the Armrest § Clear Obstacles

25. Some suggestions §move around into different postures throughout the day to improve circulation and reduce muscle fatigue §Keep thighs parallel with the floor §Recline slightly to eases pressure off your lower back. §Avoid pressure points §Rest your feet flat on the floor §Making slight adjustments to your sitting posture throughout the day

26. The End