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Welcome to A-level ICT
When organisations introduce new ICT systems they have had a great impact upon employment opportunities and the way in which people work within the organisation.
A number of potential health issues may occur with the introduction of these new
ICT systems and organisations would have to introduce measures to prevent them.
These potential health issues and measures are outlined below:-
Hazard
Hazard
RSI repetitive strain injury / (CTS) Carpal Tunnel Syndrome caused by prolonged working at computers or computer games
Prevention
Prevention
Ergonomic keyboards ; wrist and foot supports: correct chair positioning
Eye Strain or epileptic fits
Non flickering screens; Screen filters to remove glare; correct lighting in the room. Take regular breaks from looking at the screen
Back problems
Adjustable chairs; foot supports: tilting screens. Take regular 15 minute breaks and walk around the room
Ozone irritation from laser printers
Locate personal laser printer 1 metre away from user
Radiation affects embryos leading to miscarriages
Screen filters
Stress from having to learn the system
Better training
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