Maintaining the musculoskeletal health of children using mobile information and communication
technologies (ICT) at home presents a challenge. The physical environment influences postures during
ICT use and can contribute to musculoskeletal complaints. Few studies have assessed postures of children
using ICT in home environments. The present study investigated the Rapid Upper Limb Assessment
(RULA) scores determined by 16 novice and 16 experienced raters. Each rater viewed 11 videotaped
scenarios of a child using two types of mobile ICT at home. The Grand Scores and Action Levels deter-mined by study participants were compared to those of an ergonomist experienced in postural assess-ment. All postures assessed were rated with an Action Level of 2 or above; representing a postural risk
that required further investigation and/or intervention. The sensitivity of RULA to assess some of the
unconventional postures adopted by children in the home is questioned.