The document summarizes a workshop on computer access, ergonomics, and assistive technology. It discusses ergonomic issues like repetitive strain injury (RSI) and how equipment like ergonomic chairs, keyboards, mice, and workstations can help. It also covers assistive technologies for people with disabilities, including simplified, adaptive, and programmable keyboards, alternative mice, and assistive software for vision, language, and other impairments. The document highlights how companies like Keytools provide solutions to create safe and effective computer access for all users.

1. Computer Access Ergonomic & Assistive Technology Workshop 23 rd November 2011

2. The Agenda Housekeeping Introduction Ergonomic technology Assistive technology Assistive software How Keytools can help Summary

3. Our Goals, Your Learning Outcomes Introductions Your role What is the key issue for you and the best value you could get from today?

4. What is ergonomics? Microsoft study found: 78% indicated they know what ergonomics is BUT … many thought this related to : economy, environment, energy or even egos! Source: Ergonomics and RSI - StrategyOne for Microsoft, April 2008

5. The perfect fit “ Ergonomic design considers options to ensure that people's capabilities and limitations are taken into account.” The Institute of Ergonomics & Human Factors

6. Ergonomic? 

7. Adjustable

8. Twist yourself to fit!

9. Ergonomic Chairs

10. Ergonomic chairs – what to look for Support Comfort Diversity Durability Environment

11. The exceptional office chair The Bodybilt For very small people And for very large people

12. Repetitive Strain Injury Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) - a 'catch all' phrase Afflicts nerves, muscles, tendons and ligaments Also referred to as Musculo-Skeletal Disorder (MSD), Work Related Upper Limb Disorder (WRULD)

13. The impact of MSDs on the workforce Labour Force Survey + HSE collate stats on MSDs In 2009/10, over 500k suffered from a MSD that was caused or made worse by their current or past work An estimated 9 million working days were lost through MSDs. Confirms that musculoskeletal disorders are the most common type of work-related illness

14. Lost work days Source - Labour Force Survey / HSE

15. Does it matter? RSI is a serious problem Organisations beginning to address the issue High cost to UK economy MSD cost to society £7 billion a year (“Fit for work?” Work Foundation)

16. Keyboards

17. Ulnar Deviation

18. Wrist Pronation

19. Wrist Pronation

20. Mice – How much do we use? 1) How many metres does the mouse travel a day? 2) How many mouse clicks a day?

21. Hands . . . Remarkable complexity Powerful grasping Finely controlled movements Highly sophisticated structure

22. Hands . . .

23. Hands . . .

24. . . . Elbows . . .

25. . . . Elbows . . .

26. . . . and a shoulder to cry on

27. . . . and a shoulder to cry on

28. . . . and a shoulder to cry on

29. . . . and a shoulder to cry on

30. Workstations and Accessories

31. Computing on the move

32. RSIGuard Is it better to prevent work related illness? Does your DSE system prevent illness or used as a reactive measure? Or just stick with the remedial approach? Is there a choice? RSIGuard: Decreasing Discomfort and Increasing Productivity

33. RSIGuard – the pain Study showed: 5% employees lost over 4 hours of productive time/week (avg.) due to musculoskeletal and/or back discomfort RSIGuard software: Decreased the number of employees with constant or frequent discomfort by at least 32%. Journal of the American Medical Association, “Lost Productive Time and Cost Due to Common Pain Conditions in the US Workforce”; Research Shows: “ The dominant cause of lost productive time is reduced performance due to pain,” not absenteeism. (1)

34. RSIGuard - objective Decrease risk of injury and reduce absenteeism by: Reduce lost work days Comply with internal and external mandates Prevent discomfort-related drops in productivity RSIGuard helps you achieve this goal by: Decreasing risks by changing behavior and work patterns Fundamentally reducing exposure to strain Providing actionable insight into the causes of strain Being easy to implement, use, and maintain

35. Change Behaviour and Work Patterns Intelligent break software teaches users to take regular breaks from the computer Based on accumulated strain Exercises and stretches presented to the user

36. Reduce Exposure to Strain AutoClick: Dramatically reduce mouse-related strain by using a software-based “click”

37. Reports Individual-focused Reports Record of a user’s patterns Insight into risk factors Targeted to ergonomic evaluators & medical professionals

38. RSIGuard - in use “ RSIGuard has encouraged our 2,000 employees to practice behaviours that follow sound ergonomic principles. There has been substantial take-up and it is proving popular overall .” Mr David Cowell, Thomson Reuters

39. RSI Guard Summary RSIGuard Helps focus your efforts Reduces lower injuries + absenteeism Helps employees stay healthy and productive

40. Ergonomic Technology Review Keytools Keyboards Mice The workstation On the move Prevention

41. After the Break - Assistive Technology Special Needs

42. KEYTOOLS – the mission “ For 21 years it has been our mission to ensure that everyone in the UK and Europe, whatever their ability, uses a computer safely and effectively.” Tim Roberts, Managing Director, Keytools

43. Assistive Technology - Keyboards Simplified Adaptive Programmable High Visibility Virtual

44. Visual Impairments - Keyboards Which colour combination is most visible?

45. Assistive Technology - Mice Trackballs and Joysticks Switches Touch pads Head and Mouth control

46. Other Access Equipment Magnifiers Video Cameras Reading Pens Scanners

47. Software Solutions Voice Recognition Language & Dyslexia support Vision Impairment support Alternative formats

48. Case Study David - Health & Safety Auditor Role Client sites in London area Produces reports at home Checking safety documents Ability following stroke Unable to read No right side vision Fully mobile + good speech

49. Our Goals, Your Learning Outcomes Improved your understanding of products Identify solutions more easily and effectively Understand what Keytools offers you as a support partner Obtain resources for future use

50. Before you go... Certificates Feedback forms Account Manager Website – www.keytools.co.uk