Safety & Comfort Guide iii
WARNING
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There may be a risk of serious physical injuries from
working at your computer workstation. Read and follow
the recommendations in this
Safety & Comfort Guide
to
minimize the risk of injury and to increase your comfort
.
Some studies have suggested that long periods of typing,
improper workstation setup, incorrect work habits,
stressful work conditions and relationships, or problems in
your personal health may be linked to injuries. These
injuries could include carpal tunnel syndrome, tendinitis,
tenosynovitis, and other musculoskeletal disorders.
The warning signs of these disorders can occur in the
hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck, or back, and can
include:
❒ Numbness, burning, or tingling
❒ Soreness, aching, or tenderness
❒ Pain, throbbing, or swelling
❒ Tightness or stiffness
❒ Weakness or coldness
Symptoms may be felt during typing, while using a mouse,
or at other times when no work with the hands is being
performed, including during the night when these
symptoms might awaken you. If you experience these
symptoms, or any other persistent or recurring pain or
discomfort that you think may be related to using a
computer, you should promptly consult a qualified
physician and, if available, your company’s health and
safety department. The earlier a problem is properly
diagnosed and treated, the less chance there is that it will
progress to a disabling condition.
The following pages describe proper workstation setup,
posture, and health and work habits for computer users.
In addition, this Guide contains product safety information
applicable to all HP products.
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