Computer Related Injuries Take Hold in UK
London, UK (ContentDesk) February 23, 2006 -- Recent research conducted by ICM on behalf of Home Working Solutions suggests that an astonishing number of computer users are suffering from computer related injuries. Common computer related injuries include eyestrain, headaches, back and neck aches, as well as Upper Limb Disorders such as pain in the wrists, lower arms, elbows and shoulders.The survey questioned a fully representative UK sample of over 1,000 people about their computer usage. 62% of respondents said that they used a computer either at home, work or elsewhere such as an internet cafe or a library.Nearly one in two of all computer users have suffered from a computer related injury, but it is the 18 to 24 age group that seem to be suffering the most with 70% of respondents having suffered from one form of injury.
This is the first age group that has been using computers throughout their school career, and when this is combined with increasing use of mobiles for texting, games consoles and hand-held applications then perhaps this comes as no surprise.Key highlights of the survey results were as follows:62% of respondents used a computer regularly48% of all respondents reported having some form of computer related injuryThis figure rose to 70% for the 18 to 24 age group and 54% for the 25 to 34 age groupThe most common ailment suffered was eyestrain with 27% of computer users sufferingOther key ailments included headaches (22%), backache (20%), pain in the wrist, lower arm, elbow or shoulder (17%), neck ache (16%) and a tingling sensation in the fingers (8%)Increasing numbers of employers are reporting first jobbers arriving for their first day at work with existing computer related injuries such as RSI.However, only 59% of those people who use a computer at work had received any training in the safe use of computers from their current employer. Only 46% had received training or advice on setting up their workstations to suit their own personal build and work patterns.
This is despite clear guidance in current UK Health & Safety laws that are meant to ensure that all employees should receive this kind of training.Luke Munro, managing director of Home Working Solutions said: These figures are extremely worrying. We are seeing a huge increase in the number of cases of injuries such as RSI, particularly amongst younger computer users, yet there remains an astonishing lack of commitment from some employers to give their employees the necessary training and equipment to do their jobs safely without getting injured. Having the right desk and chair while working at the computer is important, but it is widely acknowledged that the best way of avoiding these types of injuries is simply to take regular breaks from your computer. Software packages, such as WorkPace, will monitor your mouse and keyboard use and prompt you to take short breaks when they are most needed. An increasing rise in the number of insurance claims related to computer related injuries means that employers in particular cannot afford to ignore this issue any longer. Companies need to understand that it is their legal responsibility to look after staff when it comes to computer use.
WorkPace not only helps prevent computer related injuries, but it also goes a long way towards showing that an organisation is taking its responsibilities for staff welfare and training seriously. .
Bridging the Gap: The Top 5 Fitness Secrets for Housewives and Athletes
Why does the title of this article mention Housewives and Athletes? Brace yourself for the answer: Because the training protocols for both are exactly the same! "How can that be?" you ask. "Is the author of this article on drugs?" "How can an athlete and a housewife train the same way?"Here is your answer: Because each of them works diligently towards their respective goals using the same time-proven training techniques that you are about to learn. The goals of an athlete may be different than those of a housewife, but the science behind the training program is exactly the same.EXERCISESIf your goal was to bench press the heaviest weight in history would it help you to take ballet classes? If your goal was to have a trim, toned body with a low level of bodyfat, would you get a lot out of Power Lifting classes with a squad of 350 lb athletes at 'Bruno's Iron Body Weightlifting Dungeon'?The point is that you have to train for what you want out of your exercise program! Don't choose exercises...
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Service Learning Master's Degree: School for International Training and Sarvodaya present a 12-month M.A. Degree in Sustainable Development
(ContentDesk) July 28, 2005 -- In December of 2004 a tsunami in the Indian Ocean destroyed the lives of 250,000 people and traumatized millions. What we often learn, after a tragedy such as this, is that the human spirit is enormously resilient and encourages us to ask the questions "Is there something of value that can be learned here? Is there a story to be told?, Can we be of true service to those affected?"School for International Training (SIT) says, "Absolutely, on all counts." SIT's mission is to create effective intercultural leaders under the best of circumstances and extraordinary ones under less than ideal conditions. This is why SIT has partnered with Sarvodaya, Sri Lanka's largest non-governmental organization, to offer this unique degree program for those students who want to manage the academic rigors of a demanding curriculum with a challenging experiential learning component. Educating and training new leaders in relief and development efforts is a specialty of the Sustainable...
Service Learning Master's Degree: School for International Training and Sarvodaya present a 12-month M.A. Degree in Sustainable Development
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?Network Marketing: It?s About the People, Stupid
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US Sports Camps
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Herb Lewis Ceritfied Radon Tester
Franklin, TN (ContentDesk) December 17 2003--Herb Lewis, Owner of Tennessee Building Inspection LLC has successfully completed training and passed testing to earn certification for radon testing and mitigation. This training through the Auburn College of Engineering followed by certification through (NEHA) the National Environmental Health Association allows Herb to perform radon testing. He uses a highly accurate device the continuous monitor which records radon levels every hour during the testing period.A report is generated at the testing site at the end of the test. The continuous monitor is an advanced electronic device that is more accurate than the commonly used charcoal canisters and the electric ion chamber, both which require at least two devices to be placed for testing versus one continuous monitor. The continuous monitor has built in tamper-resistant features and provides the client with a readout and graph of the radon levels measured during the test.
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