AIMS:  To study & compile the occupational health status of those engaged in computer use .The purpose of this study is to know the potential hazards associated with   computer use & to describe how to arrange a workstation to increase comfort & prevent injury.

OBJECTIVE:

 To find out any serious ailment which could be directly or indirectly attributable to stress in the working situation.

To suggest suitable measures for rectification in the work situation & to suggest measures for the health protection of such employees.

RESULTS: Musculo–skeletal disorders, ocular disorders and psycho–social problems were some of the key health problems observed among computer user in the present study.

Conclusion: Looking at the present study’s observations, it is evident that health hazards are a reality in the computer users. These health hazards can be minimised with proper education of the computer users as well as creating better ergonomic work conditions. Such studies can be a help to the employer as well in maintaining health and work output of their employees.