Aaron Cauchi

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

2. Computer Ergonomics

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

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

5. Computer Ergonomics Posture 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

6. Computer Ergonomics Elbows 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

7. Computer Ergonomics Mouse 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

8. Computer Ergonomics Monitor 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.

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

10. Computer Ergonomics Reduce Repetitive Motions 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

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