Your Working Environment - NEC Versa Quick Start Manual

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Your Working Environment

Your Working Environment
Please consider the following suggestions when setting up a comfortable work area.
Additional information is available in the Online Documentation.
Arrange Your Equipment
Arrange your equipment so that you can work in a natural and relaxed position. Place
items that you use frequently within easy reach. Adjust your workstation setup to the
proper height by lowering the table or stand that holds your computer equipment or
raising the seat height of your chair. Position your notebook computer directly in front
of you for increased safety and comfort.
Adjust Your Chair
Your chair should be adjustable and stable. Vary your posture throughout the day. Keep
your body in a relaxed yet upright position. Use the entire seat and backrest to support
your body. The angle formed by your thighs and back should be 90° or more. Place
your feet flat on the floor.
Adjust Your Input Devices
Position your keyboard directly in front of you. Adjust the keyboard height so that
your elbows are near your body and your forearms are parallel to the floor. If you use a
mouse, position it at the same height as the keyboard and next to the keyboard. Type
with your hands and wrists floating above the keyboard. Keep from bending your
wrists, hands and fingers sideways.
Adjust Your Screen or Monitor
Correct placement and adjustment of the screen or external monitor can reduce eye,
shoulder and neck fatigue. Adjust the height of your screen or external monitor so that
the top of the screen is at or slightly below eye level. Your eyes should look slightly
downward when viewing the middle of the screen. Position your screen no closer than
30 centimetres and no further away than 70 centimetres from your eyes. The optimal
distance is between 35 and 45 centimetres.
Vary Your Workday
Vary your tasks throughout the day. Take frequent short breaks that involve walking,
standing and stretching.
Note: some disorders of the hands, wrists, arms, neck, shoulders, legs and back may
be associated with or aggravated by certain repetitive actions. To reduce your risk of
developing these disorders, type with your wrists straight and your hands and wrists
floating above the keyboard and avoid resting your wrists on sharp edges.
If you experience periods of pain, tingling, numbness or other discomfort, please
contact your doctor.
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