ABSTRACT There is a huge influx of computer workstation designing and related health and safety issues of users.
An increased number of ergonomically designed computer workstation in the work areas has limelighted the health
concerns of users, but still there is a need to implant an awareness program for the users because problems
associated with computer work areas are generally temporary and can easily be solved using simple corrective
measures. Further, the present investigation was planned with intense objective as to assess the knowledge of
students of G.B.P. University of Agriculture and Technology about the use of ergonomically sound computer
workstation, and postural assessment using participative ergonomics technique of RULA. A multistage purposive
cum random sampling technique was used to select the sample and personal interview cum observation method
along with Rapid Upper Limb Assessment Technique for postural assessment were used on target group. It was found
out of the investigation that majority of the users do not have adequate knowledge about positioning of computer
workstations as more than 50 percent of the students were not aware about tilt tray arrangement, convex beck-rest
and concave seat pan, placement of monitor 2-3" below eye level, work reach envelope for computer related
accessories and most of the computer operators complained about upper body extremities problems. Further it was
observed from study that majority of the computer users (students under investigation) do not have adequate
information about positioning of computer workstations (angle, distance of monitor etc.) and most of the
computer operators having complaint about upper body extremities (pain in neck, shoulder, and upper and lower
back) problems.