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Arranging a comfortable work area 

Working safely begins with the arrangement of your work space and 
the proper use of equipment.  For this reason, it is very important to 
take time and think about how you are going to arrange your work 
area.  

Here are some points to consider:

Adjusting your chair

Having the right kind of chair does not necessarily mean that you’ll be 
properly supported.  It is necessary to adjust your chair to fit your body.  
Proper body posture will make you more comfortable and productive. 

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Avoid tilting your chair.  If you have a chair that tilts, lock the tilt 
knobs so that your chair will not tilt forward or backward while 
you are using your computer.

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Adjust your chair height in such a way that you can sit on it with 
your thighs parallel to the floor and your feet resting flat on the 
floor.

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Rest your body on the chair back.  Your torso works harder to 
maintain balance if you do not rest your body on the chair back.

Positioning your PC

Take note of the following when selecting a location for your 
computer:

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Do not put your computer near any equipment that might cause 
electromagnetic or radio frequency interference such as radio 
transmitters, televisions, copy machines, or heating and air-
conditioning equipment.  

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Avoid dusty areas and extremes of temperature and humidity.

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You may place your computer beside your desk or under your 
table, as long as it does not block the space that you need for 
working and moving.  

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