Health & Safety Flashcards
1
Q
What is Health?
A
Reducing the risks that affects the employees who use computers all day
2
Q
What is Safety?
A
Making work places with ICT systems safe
3
Q
What is RSI?
A
Repetitive Strain Injury
It occurs repetitive movement (with fingers, wrists, neck) by using a computer all day
4
Q
How to prevent RSI
A
- Take regular breaks
- Exercise muscles
- Use ergonomically designed keyboard or mouse, a wrist rest, or adjustable chair
5
Q
What is the cause of Eyestrain?
A
Headache or blurred vision by suing a computer at a long period of time
6
Q
How to prevent Eyestrain
A
- Use anti-glare screen
- Take regular eye tests
- Adjust B and C on screen
7
Q
What is the cause of Back pains?
A
Poor posture when using a computer for long periods of time
8
Q
What is the cause of Radiation?
A
Nausea or illness. VDUs emit ELF (Extremely Low Frequency) radiation
9
Q
How to prevent Radiation
A
- Take regular breaks from VDU (walks)
- Use anti-glare filter
- Low-emission screen
