State of California

  M E M O R A N D U M

  REFERENCE CODE:
  2002-075

  DATE:
  November 25, 2002

  TO:
  Personnel Officers
  Health and Safety Officers
  Return-to-Work/Claims Coordinators
  Wellness Coordinators
  Workers' Compensation and Safety Officers

  FROM:
  Department of Personnel Administration
  Benefits Division

  SUBJECT:
  Computer User's Guide to an Ergonomic Workstation 

  CONTACT:
  Sandi Becker, Workers' Compensation & Safety Coordinator
  (916) 327-1438
  FAX: (916) 322-3769
  Email: sandibecker@dpa.ca.gov


  The updated "Computer User's Guide to an Ergonomic 
  Workstation" is now available on DPA's Web site at 
  www.dpa.ca.gov (under "Publications").  It covers general 
  safety guidelines such as how to adjust a computer 
  workstation to reduce the risk of injuries or illness 
  associated with computer use.  It also advises employees on 
  preventive measures to avoid tension associated with 
  computer use.
  
  This revised guide reflects collective bargaining 
  agreements, labor code provisions, and regulations on 
  workplace safety and injury prevention.  It is not intended 
  to require you to provide every computer user with 
  furniture, equipment, or accessories for their workstation.  
  Such purchases are subject to individual department approval 
  processes and budget constraints.
  
  If you have questions about the updated guide or this PML, 
  please contact Sandi Becker, Workers' Compensation & Safety 
  Coordinator at (916) 327-1438
  
  
  
  Terri Westbrook, Chief 
  Benefits Division