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RSI.
Can be prevented by the use of wrist guards or correct seating
posture.
Eye strain. Can be prevented by the use of glasses so there
is a need to have regular eye tests.
Other ergonomics answers can be given. |
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Use
an adjustable chair and footrest. Have regular eye tests and
wear glasses if needed. |
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3(a)
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The
smallest dot of light on a screen . |
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Radiation
from the monitors causes miscarriages in pregnant women. Eye
strain caused by focussing on the screen for a long period of
time. |
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(c)
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RSI
causing joints to seize up due to typing or backache through
sitting at the computer for a long period of time. |
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Circuit
breaker to protect against the risk of electrocution
No obstacles in walkways (e.g. boxes of printer paper, trailing
wires etc.).
All plugs have been wired correctly.
No overloaded sockets.
Faulty equipment should be removed immediately.
No drinks allowed by machines. |
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Seats
should be adjustable with 4 legs and castors.
Blinds on windows should be included which reduces glare.
The floor should be carpeted to reduce noise.
Wires should pass through walls or trunking. |
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