Health Hazards of Computer Use: An Employer's Responsibility to Its Employees

Laura B. Pincus
Thomas Head

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DOI: 10.2190/PAMX-9CX5-9272-VEKP

Abstract

The authors describe a variety of health hazards associated with video display terminals, including repetitive strain injuries, vision problems, ergonomic injuries, and radiation-emission and psychological/stress problems. A number of suggestions are made to diminish or prevent these hazards, categorized by equipment and office design, employee training, policies, and job redesign.

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