Getting Started
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Table 1–1: Recommendations for Posture and Work Habits
(continued)
Head
7. Avoid neck strain. Your head should incline downward, but no more than
15 to 20 degrees.
Monitor
8. No higher than the level of your eyes and at the correct distance for your
vision.
9. Avoid eye fatigue, which can be caused by glare, image quality,
uncomfortable furniture, eye height, and uncorrected vision. If you cannot
focus to read at different distances, you may need special glasses. Relax
your eyes periodically by focusing on distant objects.
Lighting
Avoid direct lighting or sunlight on the screen, which causes glare and
reflections. Place lighting behind or to the side of your work area, and
distribute the lighting evenly on your work area.
Noise
Keep background noise at a minimum. Background noise above 65 dBA is
tiring. Sound-absorbing materials (for example, curtains, carpeting, and
acoustic tile) can help reduce background noise.
Temperature
20 – 23 degrees C (68 - 74 degrees F)
Humidity
30% – 70%
Ventilation
Provide adequate air ventilation to operate the equipment and avoid fatigue.
Work Space
> 70 cm (28 inches) center to center, preferably between > 152 cm (60 inches).
________________________WARNING___________________________
If you experience pain or discomfort while using your system, rest and
review the instructions for posture and work habits. If the pain or
discomfort continues after resuming work, discontinue use and report the
condition to your job supervisor or physician.
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