PC Care And Safety Procedures For Users

►How To Care of Your PC
1. Computers need a good working temperature to work properly. They need to be place in a cool and dry place. You can maintain good temperature with an electric fan or air conditioning.
2. All the cables and connectors must be tied together to keep them away from walkways to avoid accidents.
3. Refrain from eating in front of a computer. Food bits attract insects like ants and cockroaches that can penetrate the hardware and cause computer malfunction. Spilled drinks, on the other hand, might cause short circuit.
4. Always use an AVR ( Automatic Voltage Regulator) to regulate electricity. Too much electric voltage might cause the unit to short. Also, turn off computers during lightning as these can cause electrical surges to the computer.
5. Do not Bump or Drop the computer peripherals or components as any damage may cause them to malfunction.
6. Avoid clutter around your computer. Use soft cloth in cleaning your computer to avoid scratches.
7. Always scan for computer viruses. Internet connection and external storage devices often carry viruses that could damage files and cause software malfunction.

* User's Health Risks and Prevention 
PC's are said to be "USER- FRIENDLY", but this doesn't mean using them does not have health risks.

► Good Working Habits
Tap on the keys and mouse gently.
Avoid long, uninterrupted periods of typing
Avoid staring at the monitor for long periods. Take vision breaks and do eye exercise.
► Proper Workstation Design
Position in a well-ventilated, comfortable room.
Use an adjustable workstation and an ergonomic computer chair/
Place the monitor 16-24 inches away, at eye level or slightly at a lower angle. Tilt the monitor or adjust the light source. Adjust the brightness and contrast settings.
Use extendable / retractable legs of the keyboard.
Place mouse where it is easily accessible by your dominant hand.
Use a document holder to minimize vertical head movements.
►Proper Posture
Sit up straight and put the feet flat on the floor. Use a footrest if needed
Position your lower arms parallel with the floor and level to your keyboard, with elbows at your side.
Keeps wrists straight
Do not lean into the monitor, but sit close enough to the keyboard and the mouse to stay relaxed.