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. Different types of copyholders:-
- Desk top copy holders sit on top of the desk so can be placed where needed and either have a fixed tilt or are tilt-adjustable.
- Clamp to the desk and have flexible arms which are jointed so that the copyholder can be easily moved to the desired height, distance and angle.
- Fixes to the side of the computer monitor / VDU to hold paper at the same level as the VDU screen.
- The base plate sits under the monitor and a jointed arm enables the copyholder to be positioned where required.
. Copyholders usually come with a linefinder - a horizontal bar which is used to indicate the line currently being typed - this can be manually adjustable or electrically adjustable by use of foot pedal. Magnifying line finders may be offered as an optional extra.
. Line of sight copyholders locate the copy between the screen and keyboard permitting the eyes to scan from text to screen to keyboard without having to turn the head.

Standards

Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards also see
http://at-aust.org/home/assistive_technology/standards.html

TGA
Many of the items on the Assistive Technology Australia website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au

When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.