1. Aaron Cauchi Nurse Informatics aaron.cauchi@gov.mt

2. Computer Ergonomics

3. Make sure you have a large enough working area including space for the equipment of the workstation. Work Area

4. Computer Ergonomics Make sure you have adequate light in the room. Reduce glare on screen and on the rest of your work area including keyboard Work Area

5. Computer Ergonomics Sit all the way back in your chair, keeping knees level with or lower than your hips; rest feet on the floor or foot rest. Choose a chair that can be raised or lowered and has an adjustable armrest Posture

6. Computer Ergonomics Keep your elbows in a Slightly open triangle of ~110° angle with your wrists straight. Adjust height so as to prevent too much bend at the wrist and support the elbow Elbows

7. Computer Ergonomics The mouse should be at the same height of the keyboard and adjacent to it. If you experience pain or discomfort while using the mouse or keyboard use a pad to support your wrist Mouse

8. Computer Ergonomics Center monitor in front of you and at arm's length away; the screen should be viewable without having to turn or tilt your head (with or without Glasses). Your eyes should be level with the top of the monitor. Monitor

9. Computer Ergonomics If you are inputting data from paper copies use a document holder Typing

10. Computer Ergonomics Even the smallest movements when done hundreds of times a day can lead to repetitive stress. Use short-cut keys or macros to reduce repetitive keystrokes and mouse clicks, take micro pauses, and/or vary your tasks Reduce Repetitive Motions

11. Computer Ergonomics Have frequent breaks, at least once an hour and move around. Walk around, stretch, yawn, breath deeply and stimulate joints Reduce stiff joints, achy muscles.