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A: P
APER
P
ORT
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AFETY
T
IPS
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AND
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W
RIST
P
OSITION
You can reduce or prevent strain to your arms, hands, or wrists by
positioning them correctly while working. The following are some
guidelines for working at the PaperPort ix:
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Keep your forearms and wrists level and parallel to the floor.
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If you use a palm rest, use it briefly and do not rest your wrists on it.
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Keep your wrist, thumbs, and fingers in a natural, relaxed position.
Do not arch or angle your wrists.
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Keep your elbows relaxed and by your side.
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Do not press the keys with more force than is necessary.
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Hold the mouse with a relaxed hand and do not grip it too tightly.
O
THER
F
ACTORS
Other factors, such as lighting and your personal work habits, determine
whether your work environment is safe and comfortable. This section lists
some of those factors and how to reduce the possibility of injury:
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Angle of the display—To reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue, position
the display at a comfortable viewing distance from you, avoid sources of
glare or bright light onto the screen, and tilt the display to find the best
position for viewing.
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Lighting—To reduce glare on the screen, adjust your equipment to
reduce or minimize the glare from light sources, such as windows or
overhead lights. Use indirect lighting to avoid bright spots on the screen.
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Eye care—To reduce eye irritation, fatigue, and strain, rest your eyes
frequently. If you wear glasses or contact lenses, keep them clean as well
as keeping the monitor screen clean. See your eye care specialist
regularly to have your eyes examined. Discuss with the specialist other
ways to reduce eye strain.
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Work habits—To reduce physical fatigue, examine your personal work
habits. Try to vary your tasks so that you are not sitting in one position,
take frequent breaks, stand up and stretch frequently, and exercise
regularly.
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