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28 August 2014
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Protecting your health


Making sure that you are sitting correctly at your workstation is the first step to protecting your health.

key pointSitting upright and taking regular breaks are just a few things you can do to make sure you are protecting yourself from strain and injury.

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To sum up, here is a list of quick-fire tips to make sure you are safe:

  • Check your desk or table and chair.
  • Sit up straight if you can.
  • Make sure you don't stare at your screen too long.
  • Beware of RSI.
  • Take regular breaks.

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