Ergonomics and Radiation Effects from Video Display Terminals and Workstations

Abstract

This report is written in response to questions from the field concerning the health problems related to video display terminals (VDT). A literature search was conducted of the most current information regarding ergonomics and radiation. This report presents information on the ergonomics of the VDT workplace, suggested exercises to relieve stress, and addresses the radiation aspects and recommendations for use of the VDTs. Keywords: Ergonomics, Radiation effects, Eye strain, Stress(Physiology).

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1990
Accession Number
ADA222139

Entities

People

  • Noel D. Montgomery
  • P. D. Bright
  • Penny L. French

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Asthenopia
  • Charged Particles
  • Electric Fields
  • Electromagnetic Fields
  • Electromagnetic Radiation
  • Electromagnetic Spectra
  • Health
  • Human Factors Engineering
  • Ionizing Radiation
  • Medical Personnel
  • Metamaterial Absorbers
  • Pain
  • Radiation
  • Radiation Effects
  • Wounds And Injuries
  • X Rays

Readers

  • Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Data Science/Digital Signal Processing.
  • Human-Computer Interaction (HCI).
  • Instructional Design and Training Evaluation.