KLA Tencor P-16+ - Chapter 2 Basic Skills; Overview; Ergonomic Considerations

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Friday, March 13, 2009
KLA-Tencor P-16+ / P-6 User’s Guide Basic Skills - Overview
Preliminary
BASIC SKILLS Chapter 2
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OVERVIEW 2
Before beginning the use of the P-16+ / P-6 Profiler system, become familiar with
basic skills — such as starting and shutting down the system, and operating the
system buttons, keyboard, trackball, Microsoft Windows, Profiler application, and
other components
ERGONOMIC CONSIDERATIONS 2
KLA-Tencor equipment has been designed and manufactured with safety and
ergonomic principles.
Good Ergonomic Practices
 Avoid repetition of movement to the point of excessive fatigue.
 Maintain good posture that facilitates circulation and sound biomechanics.
 Exercise regularly. Follow suggestions of your health care practitioners.
 Vary your tasks. Do not perform the same tasks with your hands without
interruption, or work intensely in the same bodily position for long periods.
 Avoid awkward postures.
 Eliminate poor access, inadequate clearances, and excessive reach.
 Redesign work sites with ergonomics in mind.
When Using The Keyboard
Good ergonomics are important when working at the keyboard. Apply these
techniques in your job:
 Avoid eyestrain by adjusting the zoom on the monitor, and by looking away to
various distances every few minutes. Sit 18 to 24 inches away from the monitor.
It should be set so the top of the screen is even with your eyes.
 Adjust your chair so it positions you well in relation to the monitor, floor,and
keyboard. Support your lower back and rest your feet flat on the floor.
 Keep your elbows in a relaxed position next to your side, while keeping your
back straight and shoulders back, down, and relaxed.
 Avoid bending, angling, or arching your wrists. Do not twist your wrists in an
angled position for more than a brief period. Rest your palm on a soft surface.
Place your fingers slightly lower than your wrist.
 Use the minimum amount of force that is needed to push down the keys.
 Keep your fingers and thumbs in a relaxed, natural position.
 Do not rest your wrists on the edge of the keyboard platform while typing.
Refrain from using a wrist rest for setting your wrist on while keyboarding.