translator's health
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The presentation disscusses such issues as how to cope with health problems if you are professional translator or interpreter. Here are given some advice and examples. Enjoy It!TRANSCRIPT
Translator’s health
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Oral Translation
is a specific service sector connected with multilingual communication. The goal of this type of services is to ensure immediate and personal communication between specific people or groups of people.
Requirements:
high level of attention observance of business etiquette good command of a vast vocabulary
of at least two languages ingenuity and keenness of wit. Flexibility/adaptability Good cultural awareness
Possible Health Problems
Stress and Nervous DiseasesTirednessThroat Diseases Hoarseness Stomach Diseases (gastritis,
ulcer)
Stress and Nervous Diseases
Continual attendances with doctor
To dose sedative chasers (if necessary)
Special exercises before performance
Tiredness
To sleep enough (no less than 8 hours)
Morning ExercisesBalanced Nutrition
Throat Diseases
To Dress AppropriatelyNo too cold/too hot drinks
while working
Hoarseness
To take throat drops Not to overestimate your voice
Stomach Diseases
Healthy/Balanced Nutrition Not to overeat Not to drink on the eve
Translator’s Menu
Breakfast – Low fat content products (melted cheese, ham, fruits)
Lunch – Proteins (meat, chicken, fish/garnish, fruits)
Dinner – Carbohydrates (macaroni, rolls and buns)
Written Translation
is a reproduction of the content of the original document by means of the language of translation, in written form.
Requirements:
Good taping skills Ability to work on weekend and
holidays To respect the deadlines Urgent translations
Possible Health Problems
Swells (edema)Vision problemsSpasmsScoliosis (lateral curvature)HeadacheTiredness
Advice. Translators’ workbench
Medium-soft work chairThe height of elbow-rests =
height of ketboardChair outlines = body outlines
Advice
Try to control your posture (осанка)
Change your position from time to time
Advice
Try to stand up every hourLook through the windowTry to divert your attention
Advice
Change your activity during the day, it will help to reduce drowse, fatigability
Consume enough water (no less than 1,5l per day) . The lack of water slow down the metabolism
Advice
Active way of lifeWalk, cycle, hit the slopes,
skate, go swimming, use stair instead of elevator and stairway
Advice
Continual doctor attending can prevent
serious diseases.
Thank you for attention!