Hello, and welcome to the third lesson in my Ergonomics blog. In the previous two lessons, we have learnt the basics of Ergonomics, and also how to set up a work environment so that it meets Ergonomic standards. This final lesson will inform you exactly how you, as the user, can best improve your routine when using a computer.
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The first major issue is your eyes. Unless you follow correct procedures regarding eyesight, you are putting yourself (and your eyeballs) at serious risk. We must always remember to frequently look away from computer screens every few minutes so that our eyes are not exposed to the glare for long periods at a time.
It may sound quite lame, but it doesn't hurt to "warm up" before you use a computer for an extended period of time. Simple things like neck stretches or shoulder rolls are perfect.
It may sound quite lame, but it doesn't hurt to "warm up" before you use a computer for an extended period of time. Simple things like neck stretches or shoulder rolls are perfect.
People will tell you that you must remember to keep a good posture at all times when using a computer. The thing is, no posture is completely perfect. The key thing to remember is to make yourself as comfortable as possible, but to be consistently moving, because being in the same position for too long is worse than being in a bad, uncomfortable one.
Finally, it is crucial to take breaks whenever you are using the computer. It would be very wise to get into the habit of taking a break, at the very least, every hour. Although it is good to be focused on what you are doing, you can often lose track of time easily, so be sure to frequently check the clock on your computer. When you take your break, it is recommended that you walk around, stretch your joints and muscles, and take deep breaths. It may seem like a silly, annoying thing to do, except you will feel better, and work more efficiently.
Finally, it is crucial to take breaks whenever you are using the computer. It would be very wise to get into the habit of taking a break, at the very least, every hour. Although it is good to be focused on what you are doing, you can often lose track of time easily, so be sure to frequently check the clock on your computer. When you take your break, it is recommended that you walk around, stretch your joints and muscles, and take deep breaths. It may seem like a silly, annoying thing to do, except you will feel better, and work more efficiently.
This concludes my blog on Ergonomics. Hopefully you have found this to be enjoyable and informative, and I sincerely hope that you put into practice what you have learnt. Thanks for taking the time to read through these posts!
By Amos Wellings.
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