The Town of Sebago is required by a Maine training law enacted on July 1, 1989, and amended on July 17, 1991, to explain or describe the proper use of computer terminals and the protective measures that operators of VDTs should take to avoid or minimize symptoms (i.e., carpal tunnel syndrome) that may result from extended or improper use of these terminals.
This law requires that training be done orally and in writing to all VDT users annually. Included in the training is instruction on proper use of equipment (chairs, desks, terminal holders) and lighting. All new employees must receive the training within one month of their starting date as a VDT operator.
A VDT user can request, through the Town of Sebago Safety Committee, that a professional trained in proper use of VDTs review the employee’s work station and recommend any improvements. The Town of Sebago will make every effort to insure that each VDT user has the proper equipment to perform their job safely and effectively.
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