Notes to the text:

a good place to begin with – лучше всего начать с того, что…;

is derived from – происходит от;

to draw on – опираться на;

to prevent distorting shadows – предотвратить искажение теней;

to take account – учитывать;

position the monitor –расположите монитор;( Слово position имеет сходство с существительным по словообразовательным признакам, но часто употребляется не только как существительное, но и глагол, как в данном контексте).

to sit with your feet firmly on the floor - удобно (устойчиво) расположить свои ноги на полу;

fuzzy – нечёткий, расплывчатый;

to stare at the screen – пристально смотреть на экран;

Better yet – а ещё лучше…

Tasks for the text:

1. Put the necessary word into the sentence:

1) You should … at the monitor, not up. 2) LCD screens are free from … 3) It is dangerous to … the monitor. 4) There are a number of things … can do to take care of themselves. 5) Sit at the … length from the front of the monitor. 6) Don’t … any components unnecessarily. 7) Producers offer … with build-in protection now. 8) An ergonomic workstation takes … of factors into account.

2. Complete the sentences using words from the text or words with the appropriate meaning:

1) A lot is done for … 2) Ergonomics is a science concerned with … 3) Five aspects of ergonomics are … 4) If you have an adjustable chair, you can change … 5) Ergonomists consider the job being done and the demands on the worker, the equipment used and … 6) Protect yourself from electric shocks if you decide … 7) Ergonomics draws on many disciplines including… 8) For making your workstation more ergonomic there is …

3. Match the questions with their replies:

№	question	reply
1	What kind of people worry about health problems caused by computer?	It’s a footrest.
2	What have manufacturers done for limiting radiation from computers?	Those who sit in front of computers all day long are afraid of this.
3	What screen is the least dangerous?	Do it at regular intervals.
4	How far should you sit from the front of the monitor?	Do it within easy reach.
5	Where should you place your mouse?	Position it at the same height as your elbows.
6	What is the name of the item that helps you keep feet firmly on the floor?	They’ve offered screens with build-in protection.
7	When is it necessary to have a rest when working on computer?	LCD. It is free from radiation.
8	How should you place the keyboard?	The distance should be about 50 to 70 centimeters away from it.

4. Complete the diagram in the form of cluster:

Ergonomics

studies bases on deals with

5. This is a picture of a workstation. Draw a picture of your own workstation at the office or at home. Point out where your things are placed and explain why you have put them there.

Use names of the following things and helpful phrases from the box (if you want):

CPU –

Keyboard –

Monitor –

Mouse –

Printer –

Fax machine –

Discs –

Papers –

Speakers –

Reading lamp –

to the right (left) of the window; in the corner; on the desk; in the drawing; on the shelf; above the table; in front of the monitor; near the monitor; under the table…

Example: My papers are placed in the copyholder. This way they are in the easy reach.

6. Imagine that you are an ergonomist. Write a list of guidelines for giving advice how to use the lighting (overhead lights, desk lamps) by work on computer. Use the imperative or should/shouldn’t to give instructions.