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Viewing source documents can cause postural and positioning problems when a workstation does not have the documents positioned in an ergonomic manner. Frequent twisting of your neck to the side in order to read source documents can contribute to neck and back discomfort.
Computer monitor, document holder and keyboard are in a line, with no need to turn head to read source doucments.
Document holder off to the side requires the computer operator to twist neck to read and then turn head back to view screen.
Viewing source documents can also present major problems for people with visual impairments.
Source documents come in a wide array of shapes, sizes and weights, from single pieces of paper, such as receipts, letter and legal size paper, to magazines, newspapers and books. The quality and clarity of print also varies, from clear laser printed quality to the faded hand written quality of the third copy of a multipart form.
These web pages include a few devices that may be of use to persons with visual difficulties or impairments. For a more complete listing of products available for people with visual impairments see your local chapter of the CNIB or check for visual resources on the Internet.