Name: ___________

Date: ___________
Multimedia
Workstation Safety Assignment
Make Changes to your workstation as you work through this assignment.
Submit the finished page to your blog with an entry title of Workstation
Safety Assignment.
Answer the following questions in your own words.
1. Define Ergonomics:
The study of peoples efficiency of their working environment

2. What are signs and symptoms of musculoskeletal Injuries (MSIs)?

Stage 1: Mild discomfort and can be present while working but isnt
present when you are not working
Stage 2: Pain when working again and same when not working
Stage 3: Pain all the time and work is affective you cant do every day
things.

3. Fill in the 7 key aspects of ideal workstation posture.

Head upright
Eyes looking slightly down
Back should be supported
Wrist in netrual Elbows Bent
Thighs horizantaled
Feet fully supported on Ground

4. Back and feet is the most important aspect when looking at

workstation design.

5. What should you consider when buying or setting up your chair relating
to these aspects?
a) Height:
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Date: ___________
b) Back Support:

Width:
Armrests:

6. What are two things to consider when using a keyboard?

That your hands are straight and not up in the air
And how they work

7. What are two things to consider when using a mouse?\

Same level as keyboard
Switching the hands

8. Which two keyboard shortcuts will you use most often?

You Press It Does
Ctrl+Esc Activate Start Menu
Ctrl+U Underline selected area

9. What are three things to consider when setting up your monitor?

The height and that your eyes are slightly down

10. How often should you take a break from your work to stretch?
Every 30 mins