Overview

Along with the widespread use of computers have come growing fears that working in front of video display terminals (VDTs) can irritate and even damage the eyes. Separating scientific fact from popular opinion, this report takes a critical look at the link between VDT use and eye discomfort and disease as well as at changes in visual performance and oculomotor function. Drawing on information from ergonomics, illuminating engineering, and industrial and organizational psychology, the report gives practical advice on optimal workstation design to improve the comfort, performance, and job satisfaction of VDT users. Table of Contents Front Matter Executive Summary 1. Summary of Findings 2. Critique of Survey Methodology 3. Radiation Emissions and Their Effects 4. Display Characteristics 5. Lighting and Reflections 6. Anthropometry and Biomechanics in VDT Applications 7. Visual Tasks, Functions, and Symptoms 8. Job Design and Organizational Variables 9. Design, Practice, and Standards for VDT Equipment and Work 10. Research Needs Appendix A: A Review of Methodology in Studies of Visual Functions Appendix B: Review of a Preliminary Report on a Cross-Sectional Survey of VDT Users at the Baltimore Sun Appendix C: Dissent Appendix D: Biographical Sketches of Panel Members and Staff References

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Author:   National Research Council ,  Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education ,  Commission on Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education ,  Committee on Vision
Publisher:   National Academies Press
Imprint:   National Academies Press
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 1.30cm , Length: 22.90cm
Weight:   0.386kg
ISBN:  

9780309033886

ISBN 10:   0309033888
Pages:   287
Publication Date:   01 February 1983
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

1 Front Matter; 2 Executive Summary; 3 1. Summary of Findings; 4 2. Critique of Survey Methodology; 5 3. Radiation Emissions and Their Effects; 6 4. Display Characteristics; 7 5. Lighting and Reflections; 8 6. Anthropometry and Biomechanics in VDT Applications; 9 7. Visual Tasks, Functions, and Symptoms; 10 8. Job Design and Organizational Variables; 11 9. Design, Practice, and Standards for VDT Equipment and Work; 12 10. Research Needs; 13 Appendix A: A Review of Methodology in Studies of Visual Functions; 14 Appendix B: Review of a Preliminary Report on a Cross-Sectional Survey of VDT Users at the Baltimore Sun; 15 Appendix C: Dissent; 16 Appendix D: Biographical Sketches of Panel Members and Staff; 17 References

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Panel on Impact of Video Viewing on Vision of Workers, Committee on Vision, National Research Council

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