Workstation design requires safe placement of electrical appliances so as to minimize the risks associated with electromagnetic radiation. The aim of this investigation was to measure the relative position of the worker to the source of the electric and magnetic emissions. Elevating chair-height exposed the CRT operator's abdomen region to greater levels of energy density emitted by the monitor screen. Likewise, lowering chair-height exposes the CRT operator's chest and face to greater levels of emission.
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