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    Working with computers for long periods can cause back problems from poor posture, eyestrain from staring at screens for too long, and repetitive strain injury from repetitive motions like typing. To prevent these issues, users should have adjustable chairs and proper posture, take regular breaks from screens, and avoid bending wrists while typing to reduce strain. A suitable work area is ergonomically designed to work with natural body movements.

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    Working with computers for long periods can cause back problems from poor posture, eyestrain from staring at screens for too long, and repetitive strain injury from repetitive motions like typing. To prevent these issues, users should have adjustable chairs and proper posture, take regular breaks from screens, and avoid bending wrists while typing to reduce strain. A suitable work area is ergonomically designed to work with natural body movements.

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    Health and Safety when using ICT

    By the end of this lesson


    You will be able to:

    Know 3 health risks that are associated


    with using ICT.

    Know at least 2 ways of preventing the health risks.


    Understand what is meant by the term ergonomic and look at how a suitable work area is set up.

    ICT Health and Safety


    Working with computers for long periods of time can cause many different kinds of health problems
    Back Problems.

    Eyestrain.
    Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI)

    Back Problems
    Many computer users suffer serious back problems. This is due to poor posture or an awkward position sitting at a desk/computer.
    Solutions to Back Problems: An adjustable chair to avoid awkward
    posture. Sit with your back straight and head up. Use a footrest.

    Eyestrain
    Eyes can become strained after staring at a computer screen for a long time, particularly if working in bad light or with a flickering screen.
    Solutions to Eyestrain: Take regular breaks do not work for
    more than 1 hour at a time. Windows around you must have blinds to avoid glare from the sun. Have regular eye tests.
    Eyestrain can lead to headaches

    Repetitive Strain Injury


    Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) is damage to the fingers and wrists due to repeated movements over a long period of time e.g. keying letters into keyboard.
    Solutions to RSI: Keep your elbows close to your sides.
    Use wrist rests and avoid bending your wrists. Take a break from typing per hour.

    For the exams


    For the exams, make sure you can name the 3 risks of using ICT and give at least 2 ways to prevent them!

    Ergonomics
    Ergonomic : An item designed to work with the natural movement of the human body.

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