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text/13/21 thought to be a more serious danger. For more information on the exposure hazards of magnetic fields, read Paul Brodeaus' CURRENTS OF DEATH. Instead of laying papers flat, use a document holder next to the screen. Take a 15 minute rest after two hours under a moderate workload, and after one hour if a high workload. Keep your neck relaxed, your chin slightly down and tucked in, your head straight ahead. Most importantly: DO NOT STOOP! It compresses the spinal nerves, unduly stresses the spine, cause ~ text/328/21 muscle tension, headache strain, foggy thinking, and fatigue. Have someone who knows about posture show you how to sit "properly", if neceesary. Slouchy posture and poor body mechanics while word processing, probably causes more muscle/joint pain and problems than anything else. While computerizing, be sure the lighting is correct. Bad lighting can cause irritating glare. Anti-glare filters that fit over your VDT screen, indirect lighting, non-reflect- ~ R0/0/639/199 S1000/80 S2000/80 S4000/80 R0/0/639/199

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