TIPS FORYour life style and physical fitness ... TIPS FOR COMPUTER USERS . 13 . Try to incorporate the following tips into your work style to avoid problems. Posture and Positioning

Reduce glare. Place your monitor away from bright lights and

windows. Use an optical glass glare filter when necessary.

ffi Take eye breaks and intermittently refocus on distant objects.

Try palming your eyes in your hands to reduce eye fatigue.

Work at a reasonable pace and take frequent stretch breaks.

Take 1 or 2 minute breaks every 20-30 minutes, and 5 minute

breaks every hour. Every few hours, try to get up and move

around.

Use of non-prescribed medications or wrist splints can often

be more harmful than helpful. If you begin to develop symp­

toms, seek help. Early intervention can prevent future problems.

Your life style and physical fitness

affect how you feel at work, Stay

in shape by stretching and exercis­

ing regularly.

How Do I Get Help?

Contact the lndustnal Hygiene Division at Environment, Health & Safety:

Visit our website at http://blink.ucsd.edu/go/ergo

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