Professional paper

HEALTH RISKS IN WORKING WITH THE COMPUTER

Branka Karas-Friedrich ; Dom zdravlja MUP-a, Zagreb

Abstract

SUMMARY: The numerous health problems that arise from working with the computer may be the result of visual, statodynamic and psycho-physiological strain. The problems may be completely removed or prevented by installing suitable equipment at the workplace, by correct body posture, through correction of refractory anomalies and through adequate organisation. The paper lists and describes the syndromes, illnesses, risks, causes of illness and prevention measures. It is the responsibility of the employer to remove all hazards and harmful effects from the workplace, allow scheduled breaks and provide relaxation exercises and eye checks by an occupational medicine specialist.

Keywords

visual strain; statodynamic strain; psycho-physiological strain; neutral body posture during work

Hrčak ID:

30590

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/30590

Publication date:

18.12.2008.

Article data in other languages: croatian

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