Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment A-3NOTETo increase your comfort and safety whenusing your notebook computer as your primarycomputer system at your home or office, note thefollowing recommendations: use a separate, external keyboard attached toyour notebook computer use a separate, external monitor attached toyour notebook computer.ARRANGE YOUR EQUIPMENTArrange your equipment so that you can work in a naturaland relaxed position. Place items that you use frequentlywithin easy reach. Adjust your workstation setup to theproper height (as described in this appendix) by loweringthe table or stand that holds your computer equipment orraising the seat height of your chair. Position your notebookcomputer directly in front of you for increased safetyand comfort.ADJUST YOUR CHAIRYour chair should be adjustable and stable. Vary yourposture throughout the day.Check the following: Keep your body in a relaxed yet upright position. Thebackrest of your chair should support the inward curveof your back. Use the entire seat and backrest to support your body.Tilt the backrest slightly (90° to 105°). The angleformed by your thighs and back should be 90° or more.
