HP 17XL579 Papers and Books, Minimizing your reach, Using a document holder, Hint For Pauses Only

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AVOID!

Papers and Books

HINT: For Pauses Only

Palm rests should only be used during pauses, when you are not typing or using your pointing device.

Armrests should not cause you to:

◆Shrug or drop your shoulders.

◆Put excessive pressure on your elbows.

◆“Wing” your arms (extend elbows out to the sides).

Select a work surface or surfaces that are large enough to hold the computer equipment and any additional items required for your work. To help minimize eye fatigue, position any materials to which you frequently refer at about the same viewing distance.

Minimizing your reach

Arrange your frequently used papers, books, or other items to minimize the distance you reach for them. If you frequently refer to books, papers, and writing materials, and if you use a keyboard tray, make sure the tray, when extended, doesn’t cause you to lean forward or reach excessively. This can stress your shoulders and back. If you find that such stress occurs, you may want to consider a different type of work setup.

Using a document holder

If you use a document holder, position it near the monitor at the same distance, height, and angle as the monitor. Positioning the holder in this way can increase your neck comfort as you refer back and forth between your papers and the display screen, by helping you keep your head balanced over your shoulders.

If your primary task is typing from paper documents, you may find it more comfortable to place your document holder directly in front of you and your monitor slightly to one side, or on a slant board between your monitor and keyboard. Consider this option only if you spend more time looking at the paper than at your monitor.

WRONG!

Don’t arrange your work area in a way that causes you to repeatedly strain forward to see and reach frequently used items such as books, papers, or a phone.

Safety and Comfort

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Contents Presario 2000 191432-001 Page Contents Page Government Approvals IiiPage Page Page Safety and Comfort Take Action for Safety and Comfort Promoting a Safe and Comfortable Work EnvironmentImportant Choices Adjust Key PrinciplesMove RelaxFinding Your Comfort Zone RememberVary Your Posture Range of PositionsOrganizing Your Adjustments Different PosturesFeet, Knees, and Legs Providing enough leg roomBack Getting comfortableForearms Wrists, Hands Don’t anchor your wristsShoulders and Elbows EyesChecking elbow height Resting your eyesCleaning your monitor and eyeglasses Arranging Your Work AreaMonitor Having your eyes examinedAdjusting the monitor height Positioning the monitorTilting the monitor Hint Eye HeightAdjusting monitor height for bifocal and trifocal users Hint Adjusting Brightness and ContrastEliminating glare and reflections on your monitor Hint Notebook ViewingAdjusting the keyboard height and slope Using a keyboard tray comfortablyPositioning the keyboard Aligning the mouse and keyboardUsing arm supports Using a palm restArm Supports and a Palm Rest Using a document holder Papers and BooksMinimizing your reach Hint For Pauses OnlyPhone Using a Computer Working in ComfortTyping Style Reaching for keys and key combinationsHint Long Hours of Use Hint Keep it LightAdjusting software controls Clean frequentlyHint Hunt-and-Peck Typing Using a Keyboard on a Sofa Switch HandsAligning forearms, wrists, and hands Hint Pointing ComfortTaking Breaks Varying Your Tasks Take breaksVary your tasks Reduce sources of stressHealth Habits Exercise Monitoring YourMonitoring personal tolerance levels and limits Cultivating health and fitnessOrganizing Your Adjustments From the Ground Up From the Top DownHint Be Inventive Self-Check Shoulders Arms, Wrists Hands EyesKeys? Computing General PreventionElectrical and Mechanical Safety Information Product Safety PolicySafety Standards General PracticeGeneral Precautions for Compaq Products Damage requiring serviceInstallation Requirements Mounting accessories ServicingVentilation Water and moisturePower sources AccessibilityVoltage select switch Internal batteryCleaning Replacement partsSafety check Options and upgradesPrecautions for Portable Computer Products Precautions for Server and Network ProductsSafety interlocks and enclosures Hot surfacesAccessories and options Hot-pluggable power suppliesProducts with casters Floor standing productsPower lines CompatibilityExternal television antenna grounding Lightning protectionSafety and Comfort No. Component Antenna GroundingLaser Safety Warnings Compliance with Cdrh Regulations Compliance with International RegulationsLaser Product Label Laser informationFor More Information Human Factors and Ergonomics SocietyNational Safety Council Library Government Approvals European Union NoticeFederal Communications Commission Notice CablesJapanese Notice Telecom Network Approvals Regulations Governing the Use of ModemsRinger Equivalence Number REN Telephone Consumer Protection Act Canadian Regulations Governing the Use of Modems Babt Users Notice TelephoneNetwork ConnectionGovernment Approvals Benutzerhinweise für besondere Bestimmungen in Österreich Benutzerhinweise für besondere Bestimmungen in DeutschlandWahlsperre Brugerinstruktioner i overensstemmelse med danske krav Speciale gebruiksinstructies voor NederlandNew Zealand Modem Statements Safety BatteriesLaser Assemblies Cdrh RegulationsLaser Label Information Using Computer German ErgonomicsLocating Regulatory Compliance Mobile ProductsTypical Agency Label Component Energy Star Compliance Energy Compliance

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