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Safety and Comfort 7BackUse your chair to fully support your body. Distribute your weight evenly and use the entire seat and backrest to support your
8 Safety and Comfort Forearms, Wrists, and HandsKeep your forearms, wrists, and hands aligned in a straight, neutral position, whether you are working
Safety and Comfort 9*HINT: Split KeyboardsIf you find it difficult to type with a straight, neutral wrist position, you may want to try a split keybo
10 Safety and Comfort Cleaning your monitor and eyeglassesKeep your display screen and your eyeglasses or contact lenses clean. If you use a glare-red
Safety and Comfort 11Positioning the monitorPlace the monitor directly in front of you. To determine a comfortable viewing distance, stretch your arm
12 Safety and Comfort Adjusting monitor height for bifocal and trifocal usersIf you wear bifocals or trifocals, it’s especially important to properly
Safety and Comfort 13◆ Place a visor on your monitor. This device may be as simple as a piece of cardboard extending out over the monitor’s top front
14 Safety and Comfort RIGHT!Position your pointing device immediately to the right or left of your keyboard.WRONG!Don’t position your keyboard and poi
Safety and Comfort 15*HINT: For Pauses OnlyPalm rests should only be used during pauses, when you are not typing or using your pointing device.AVOID!
16 Safety and Comfort PhoneCradling your phone between your ear and shoulder may lead to neck, shoulder, and back discomfort. If you use your phone a
Contents iContentsSafety and ComfortPromoting a Safe and Comfortable Work Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2Impor
Safety and Comfort 17Working in ComfortUsing a Notebook ComputerMaintaining a high level of comfort when using a notebook computer may be more challe
18 Safety and Comfort *HINT: Long Hours of UseYou may find it more comfortable to use a full-size keyboard, monitor, and detached mouse or trackball w
Safety and Comfort 19*HINT: “Hunt-and-Peck” TypingNon-touch-typing causes the neck to bend forward repeatedly. To minimize this repetitive movement,
20 Safety and Comfort *HINT: Pointing ComfortWhen using a mouse or trackball, hold it loosely. Keep your hand relaxed, and click the buttons using a l
Safety and Comfort 21Taking Breaks and Varying Your TasksAs noted earlier in this section, your furniture placement, office equipment, and lighting a
22 Safety and Comfort Monitoring Your Health Habits and ExerciseThe comfort and safety of working at your computer can be affected by your general sta
Safety and Comfort 23Organizing Your AdjustmentsThe order in which you follow the advice in this chapters depends on the adjustability of your work s
24 Safety and Comfort Self-CheckTo increase your comfort and reduce potential safety risks, use this checklist to help you evaluate your work posture
Safety and Comfort 25Typing Style◆ Are you training yourself to lighten up when you find you are pounding on the keys?◆ If you are not a touch typist
26 Safety and Comfort Notebook Computing◆ Do you change postures frequently?◆ Do you avoid resting your wrists on your thighs while typing?◆ To avoid
ii Contents Self-Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24
Safety and Comfort 27Electrical and Mechanical Safety InformationIntroductionCompaq products are designed to operate safely when installed and used a
28 Safety and Comfort Installation RequirementsCompaq products operate safely when used according to their marked electrical ratings and product usage
Safety and Comfort 29◆ There are noticeable signs of overheating.◆ The product does not operate normally when you follow the operating instructions.S
30 Safety and Comfort Power sourcesThe product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the product’s electrical ratings lab
Safety and Comfort 31Protective attachment plugIn some countries, the product cord set may be equipped with a wall plug having overload protection. T
32 Safety and Comfort Hot surfacesAllow the equipment’s internal components and hot-pluggable drives to cool before touching them.Object entryNever pu
Safety and Comfort 33Accessories and optionsInstallation of accessories and options in safety interlocked areas should performed only by individuals
34 Safety and Comfort ◆ Extend only one component at a time. The rack may become unstable if more than one component is extended.◆ Use caution when pr
Safety and Comfort 35In addition to the general precautions described earlier in this section, be sure to observe the following precautions when oper
36 Safety and Comfort Antenna GroundingThis reminder is provided to call the CATV (cable television) system installer’s attention to Section 820-40 of
Safety and Comfort 1Safety and ComfortaWARNING: There may be a risk of serious physical injuries from working at your computer workstation. Read and
Safety and Comfort 37Precautions for Products with Modems, Telecommuni-cations, or Local Area Network OptionsIn addition to the general precautions d
38 Safety and Comfort Compliance with CDRH RegulationsThe Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration i
Safety and Comfort 39For More InformationIf you want more information about arrangement of work space and equipment or safety standards, consult the
40 Safety and Comfort International Standards Organization (ISO)Central SecretariatInternational Organization for Standardization 1, rue de VarembéCas
2 Safety and Comfort Promoting a Safe and Comfortable Work EnvironmentPosture, lighting, furniture, work organization, and other work conditions and h
Safety and Comfort 3Key PrinciplesTo promote safety and comfort, follow these principles whenever you use your computer.AdjustAdjust your body positi
4 Safety and Comfort RememberRemember to exercise regularly and maintain general fitness. Doing this will help your body withstand the rigors of seden
Safety and Comfort 5Different Tasks, Different PosturesYour choice of posture within your comfort zone may vary with your task. For example, you may
6 Safety and Comfort Feet, Knees, and LegsMake sure your feet can rest solidly and comfortably on the floor while sitting. Use an adjustable work surf
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