Guide to Setting Up an Ergonomic Computer Station

Lighting

Lighting Needs for Computer Work

Chris Adams, copyright 2008, licensed to About.com

• The office should be moderately bright (20-50 foot candles or equal to a nice day where sunglasses aren’t needed).
• Do not use task lighting for computer work.
• A mix of incandescent and fluorescent lights reduces flicker and provides good light color.

• What Not to Do
• The Monitor
• Lighting
• The Keyboard
• The Mouse
• Chair Setup & Posture