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This questionnaire will guide you on how to resolve any pain in your elbows. Each box is a NO answer.

No
1.) Is there enough space on the desktop for the flow of work?
2.) Is there adequate leg room (height, width and depth)?
3.) Is the layout of the desktop equipment satisfactory?
4.) Do you have, and habitually use, a comfortable resting place for your hands/wrists when not keying (in the lap, a gel wrist rest)
5.) Is the chair comfortable?
6.) Is the top of the visible area at eye height when you are sitting upright?
7.) Is the monitor at a suitable distance from your eyes (20"- 26")?
8.) Is the information on the screen well defined and easy to read?
9.) Is the keyboard angle set to prevent an angle through the wrist when typing?
10.) Is the keyboard at a distance from you that puts your elbows vertically under your shoulders when typing?
11.) Are you aware that you should move the keyboard over for intensive mouse or keypad use?
12.) Is the standard keyboard width satisfactory (e.g. can you use the mouse without having to reach excessively to the side)?
13.) Is the mouse close enough to the user to be used without extending the arm at the elbow?
14.) Does the mouse run smoothly on its mat and work accurately, without fiddling?
15.) Do you know how to clean the mouse?
16.) Do you know how to adjust the tracking speed and double-click interval?
17.) Do you know how to minimise mouse use by using quick keys, styles and templates? (and do you know that you should?)
18.) Does the layout of the immediate work area allow the job to be done in a correct posture?
19.) Do you experience any uncertainty or anxiety when using software?
20.) Have you been shown how to adopt good posture at the workstation?
21.) Have you been made aware of ways to detect and avoid stress at work?
22.) Have you received information about the provision of eyesight tests?
23.) Have you been given information about the provision of corrective lenses?
24.) Have you been informed about taking breaks and changes of work activities?
25.) Have you had training and information in how to adjust your workstation?
26.) Do you type with your wrists not resting on the table?
27.) Are your wrists in a flat, neutral position when you are typing?