Title: Describe ergonomic and repetitive strain injury (RSI) guidelines related to safe computer use.
Course: Keyboarding Middle (12005-18) > Section: Understanding Computer Basics

Description should include

- an explanation of the long-term effects of RSI and other injuries resulting from improper technique(s)
- an explanation of the importance of proper positioning of the body based on the computer component (e.g., notebook, laptop) being used
- the importance of the height of a chair and desktop to remove any angles or undue strain on back or shoulders
- the reasons the monitor should be 18 to 24 inches from one's eyes with the top edge of the display screen at eye level
- the importance of short breaks every hour to relax the eyes, neck, shoulders, arms, wrists, and fingers.