1. ERGONOMICS Presenter: Miss. T. Johnson

2. Objectives: At the end of the lesson students should be able to:  Define the term ‘ergonomics’  Explain how ergonomics contribute to a healthy work environment  Name two (2) computer work-related disorders  List methods of preventing computer work-related disorders 3/14/2013 2

3.  Ergonomics is…. Ergonomics is…. What is Ergonomics? 3/14/2013 3

4.  A branch of science concerned with the designing and arranging of machines in order to determine the best working conditions for humans. What is Ergonomics? 3/14/2013 4

5. Old versus New 3/14/2013 5 Charcoal iron Metal iron Electric iron ergonomically designed

6. Old versus New 3/14/2013 6

7. Old versus New 3/14/2013 7

8. Main areas of focus when creating an ergonomically sound workstation. 3/14/2013 8

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10. COMPUTER WORK – RELATED INJURIES

11. Types of computer work-related injuries: 3/14/2013 11 I. Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) I. Tendonitis II. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome II. Computer Vision Syndrome III. Lower back pain

12. Types of computer work-related injuries: 3/14/2013 12 I. Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) o Tendonitis: tendon is enflamed because of repeated motion or stress on that tendon

13. 3/14/2013 13 I. (RSI) cont’d o Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: an inflammation of the nerve that connects your forearm to the palm of your hand Types of computer work-related injuries:

14. 3/14/2013 14 II. Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS): o caused by long-term use of computers and improper conditions. Types of computer work-related injuries:

15. 3/14/2013 15 III. Lower back pain o May be caused by: — Bad posture — Poorly designed furniture — Poorly assembled furniture Types of computer work-related injuries:

16. Summary  Ergonomics  RSI – CTS, Tendonitis  CVS 3/14/2013 16

17. Homework 3/14/2013 17  Give two methods for preventing each computer related illness.

18. THE END 3/14/2013 18