Workstation Set Up

Your workstation should be set up to cause the least amount of stress on your body. Prolonged hours of poor posture or repetitive work habits, often in a stressful environment can result in significant overuse injury. Applying the following points can help to minimise such injuries.

Important points to note :

• Sit in front of your workstation such that your monitor is directly front on.
• Your arms should be at right angles from your shoulders when you type.
• Your wrists should be in line with your forearms, both horizontally and vertically.
• Your keyboard should be flat.
• The top of your monitor should be level with your eyes.
• Do not sit too close to your monitor – at least an arms length away.
• Ensure your seat is properly adjusted.
• If your feet don’t reach the ground, use a foot rest.
• Do not reach too far for your mouse, keep it close to your keyboard and support your arm on the desk when using your mouse.
• Use a document holder attached to the side of the monitor.
• Take regular breaks every hour, stretch your legs and perform simple mobility exercises to limber.

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