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<p><strong>Eye Safety at the Computer</strong><br>
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    <strong>Eye strain and computer use</strong><br>
The following are the most common symptoms of eye strain, which may be attributed to prolonged computer screen viewing. However, each individual may experience symptoms differently. Symptoms may include:</p>
<p>Red, watery, irritated eyes<br>
  Tired, aching, or heavy eyelids<br>
  Problems with focusing<br>
  Muscle spasms of the eye or eyelid<br>
  Headache<br>
  Backache<br>
  Symptoms of eye strain are often relieved by resting the eyes, changing the work environment, and/or wearing the proper glasses. The symptoms of eye strain may resemble other eye conditions. Consult a physician for diagnosis.</p>
<p><strong>How is eyestrain avoided?</strong><br>
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has provided the following helpful suggestions for making the appropriate workstation modifications to help avoid eye strain:</p>
<p>Position the video display terminal (VDT) slightly further away than where you normally hold reading material.<br>
  Position the top of the VDT screen at or slightly below eye level.<br>
  Place all reference material as close to the screen as possible to minimize head and eye movements and focusing changes.<br>
  Minimize lighting reflections and glare.<br>
  Keep the VDT screen clean and dust-free.<br>
  Schedule periodic rest breaks to avoid eye fatigue.<br>
  Keep the eyes lubricated (by blinking or using lubricating eye drops) to prevent them from drying out.<br>
  Keep the VDT screen in proper focus.<br>
  Consult your ophthalmologist or optometrist, as some individuals who normally do not need glasses may need corrective lenses for computer work.<br>
  Put on <a href="http://www.shoppingglasses.com">Computer Eyewear</a> for protecting your eyes from computer blue light and radiation.</p>