Health and safety

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Electronic rubbish

Irresponsible disposal of electronic waste, from old computers and mobile phones to hi-fi and video systems, can cause severe environmental and public health problem. For example, children or workers who come into contact with the toxic components of electronic products may suffer from skin and breathing problems.
• We should recycle or treat ICT equipment (e.g. plastics from mobiles could be used to make pens and rulers).
• Manufacturers should pay to finance recycling programs.

The risks of using mobiles and in-car computers




Frequent use of mobile phones has been the cause of concern and there is ongoing research into whether radiation emitted causes health problems.
A serious risk is the use of mobiles and navigation systems in cars; this can distract the driver and cause accidents.
• Don’t use your mobile while driving.
Another health problem is Internet addiction, including obsessive game playing, gambling, etc.
• If you are an Internet addict, you should ask for help from specialists.

   electronic waste      ergonomics      eye strain      Internet addiction      mobile phones      recycle      repetitive strain injury   
1. Experts believe the best way to reduce musculoskeletal injuries is through -designing jobs to fit people instead of making people fit the job. It can mean everything from adjusting the height of a desk to buying a new chair or overhauling a production line.
2. The Safetype ergonomic keyboard may look strange, but its makers claim that it can prevent or RSI.
3. Visual problems, such as and irritation, are often reported by computer users. Causes of these problems include glare, poor lighting, and focusing the eyes on the screen for a prolonged period.
4. Some companies have begun to test ways to and dispose of . For example, Epson Portland sponsored an electronics collection day on Earth Day.
5. Road safety campaigners say motorists using while driving are six times more likely to crash.
6. When a person is spending so much time on the Internet that their lives are affected negatively, they are suffering from .