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Administrative Assistant's and Secretary's Handbook, 5th Edition
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Administrative Assistant's and Secretary's Handbook, 5th Edition

by James Stroman, Kevin Wilson, Jennifer Wauson
June 2014
Beginner
560 pages
15h 5m
English
AMACOM
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Chapter 18

Office Ergonomics

You can think of ergonomics as a way of designing tools and equipment to suit individual needs. For a number of years, there have been efforts to improve ergonomics, primarily in manufacturing and product design. But improvements can also be made for office workers.

Ergonomics addresses three aspects of your workplace: the physical, the environmental, and the personal. An example of a physical aspect is creating a good fit between you and your computer workstation. An example of an environmental aspect is eliminating glare on your monitor screen by improving the lighting in your work area. An example of a personal aspect is the need to take periodic breaks throughout the day to restore your energy and improve comfort. ...

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