As for any task that means working in one position for some time, it is important to make yourself as comfortable as possible when you use your computer. Place the monitor in front of you and at a comfortable viewing distance. If you are working from a document, you might find it better to have that directly in front of you and the screen to one side. Try to position the top of the monitor display slightly below eye level when you are sitting at the keyboard.
1 Understand the purpose of occupational health and safety procedures when using keyboards and workstation care and maintenance
1.1 State occupational health and safety guidelines in relation to using keyboards
There are two sets of health and safety guidelines that apply to keyboards: …show more content…
They provide employers with standards and principles for reducing risk in relation to DSE.
1.2 Explain the purpose of following occupational health and safety guidelines for using keyboards
The purpose of health and safety guidelines are to minimise risks to everyday users of computers. It encourages business to put in place procedures which will ensure they comply with the guidelines. The main risk with keyboard use is upper limb disorders, such as repetitive strain injury.
1.3 Describe how to position fingers, wrists, forearms and back in relation to the equipment being used
 You keyboard should be positioned around 50mm – 100mm (3-5 inches) from the front edge of the desk. This gives space to rest your hands when you aren’t typing.
 Sit in your seat with your shoulders relaxed and with your back on the backrest. Set the backrest of your chair. Use the height and tilt adjustment, so that it corresponds to the natural curvature of your spine, providing support to your lower back
 The height of the chair should mean your arms, from elbow to hand, are horizontal when using the