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Common Office Safety and Health Hazards - Video Display Terminals |
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Proper ergonomic
design includes the relation of the operator to the screen, background, lighting, and
operator's posture. All of these design elements should be carefully tailored to prevent
discomfort. The keyboard position, document holder, screen design, characters, and color
are all factors to consider. Vision testing should be conducted before office workers operate VDTs and annually thereafter. Work breaks and variation of tasks enable VDT operators to rest their eyes. Postural strain related to VDT use can be relieved by performing simple exercises. Finally, a training program should be conducted to inform workers of the capabilities of the equipment they are using. For more information about VDTs, see "Working Safely with Video Display Terminals" and "Safety with Video Display Terminals". Click on the "Office Safety" selection on the Main Menu to access these two documents. |
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