To avoid Computer Vision Syndrome place your computer screen about 20 – 28″ away from the eyes with the top line of text 2-4″ below eye level.
The Causes of Eye Strain
– Computer monitors that are hard to read
– Staring at a close, fixed object
– Glare form lighting fixtures or windows with shades
– Uncorrected vision problems
– Lack of color variety in a worker’s surroundings
– Blinking up to 1/3 less than normal
The Remedies
– Angle monitors to minimize indirect or reflective glare
– Place filters on overhead lighting to diffuse the light
– Dim overhead lighting if it is too bright
– Arrange monitor and desk to avoid bright light sources from windows or other lighting in the line of sight when looking at your screen
– Follow the 20-20-20 rule: Every 20 minutes, look away from the screen at something about 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds
– Adjust the brightness and contrast your computer monitors
