Setting up an editing station, proper ergonomics should be considered to minimize

• A. Visual fatigue
• B. Hearing damage
• C. Thermal discomfort
• D. Repetitive stress injuries

Answer: (D)

Ergonomics at an editing station is about preventing repetitive stress injuries that come from long hours of keyboard and mouse use and holding certain postures. When you keep your body in a neutral, supported position, the strain on your wrists, arms, neck, and back is much lower. Aim to have the monitor at eye level and about an arm’s length away so you don’t tilt your head, sit in a chair with good lumbar support at a height that keeps your feet flat and knees roughly at hip level, and place the keyboard and mouse so your forearms are supported and your wrists stay straight, with elbows kept close to your sides. Using an ergonomic keyboard/mouse and keeping everything within easy reach helps avoid overreaching and awkward twisting. Short breaks to stretch also matter. While proper lighting can reduce visual fatigue, the setup that most directly lowers the risk of long-term injury is one that minimizes repetitive strain through neutral posture and comfortable, supported inputs.