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Setting up your work space
Establishing a comfortable work site is important for you and your computer. A
poor work environment or stressful work habits can result in discomfort or seri-
ous injury from repetitive strain to your hands, wrists or other joints. Proper
ambient conditions should also be maintained for the computer’s operation. This
section discusses the following topics:
❑ General conditions
❑ Placement of the computer and peripheral devices
❑ Seating and posture
❑ Lighting
❑ Work habits
General conditions
In general, if you are comfortable, so is your computer, but read the following to
make sure your work site provides a proper environment.
❑ Make sure there is adequate space around the computer for proper ventila-
tion.
❑ Make sure the AC power cord connects to an outlet that is close to the com-
puter and easily accessible.
❑ The temperature should be 5 to 35 degrees Centigrade (41 to 95 degrees
Fahrenheit) and the relative humidity should be 20 to 80 percent.
❑ Avoid areas where rapid or extreme changes in temperature or humidity may
occur.
❑ Keep the computer free of dust, moisture, and exposure to direct sunlight.
❑ Keep the computer away from heat sources, such as electric heaters.
❑ Do not use the computer near liquids or corrosive chemicals.
❑ Do not place the computer near objects that create strong magnetic fields
(e.g., stereo speakers).
❑ Do not operate the computer in close proximity to a mobile phone.
❑ Leave ample ventilation room for the fan. Do not block the vents.
Placement of computer
Position the computer and peripheral devices to provide comfort and safety.