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Chair Monitor Distance from Monitor Feet Document Holder Wrists Arms Ergonomics is the science of designing the job, equipment, and workplace to fit the worker. Proper ergonomic design is necessary to prevent repetitive strain injuries, which can develop over time and can lead to long-term disability. Creating a good ergonomic working arrangement is important to protecting your health. Chair Monitor Distance from Monitor Feet Document Holder Wrists Arms Keyboard Work Surface Breaks

Study the illustrations above. Hands are straight on the keyboard. Wrists are not resting on the keyboard.