10 Easy Ways to Reduce Workplace Injuries.


Computer usage is common by a substantial part of the working environment.
There are numerous ways to reduce computer-related health injuries, by observing safety measures to counter injuries caused by the office environment. Occupational safety measures recommend healthy use of computers so as to lessen the negative impact on human health.

Health problems caused by exposure to computers occur through cumulative trauma disorders connected with prolonged use of machines.

Here are 10 easy steps to do ensure a healthy work environment:
1.You need to adjust the location of work and the angle of the machine in such a way that your body continuously maintains an unstrained and comfortable position. Your arms, forearms and shoulders should be fully relaxed.
2.Counter the effect of carpal tunnel syndrome of the wrist and hand by relieving yourself of the mouse and keyboard from time to time. Take breaks to let your fingers relax and enjoy hand rubs in between.
3.It is the continuous exposure to the computer monitor that may be the cause of eyestrain most times. In this case you should always have a quality glare filter fixed on your monitor screen.
4. Work with a light screen background (dark type or images on white or pale background). You'll find it is easier on your eyes.
5 Place the monitor and source documents so that they are about the same distance from your eyes. Use a document holder immediately next to the monitor.
6 Rest the muscles of your eyes by focusing on a distant object occasionally.
7 Change your body position periodically throughout the day.
8 The position of the keyboard should be at a proper level in front of you. It is important to ensure proper elbow height that enables you to type with straight wrists.
9 It's important to be completely relaxed while working on the computer. Injuries and pain can be a problem if you remain constantly tensed as that affects the muscles of the neck and shoulders.
10 A good chair significantly reduces the risk of lower back pain or injury. An ergonomic chair provides comfortable lumbar support and allows for a variety of seated postures.

Till I come your way again, do have a safe day at work.

from Goke Akingbade
(gokeakingbade2@gmail.com)


 

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