Working Conditions for Prepress technicians and workersPrepress technicians and workers usually work in clean, air-conditioned areas with little noise. Some workers may develop eyestrain from working in front of a video display terminal, or musculoskeletal problems such as backaches. Platemakers, who still work with toxic chemicals, face the hazard of skin irritations. Workers often are subject to stress and the pressures of short deadlines and tight work schedules. Prepress employees usually work an 8-hour day. Some workers—particularly those employed by newspapers—work night shifts, weekends, and holidays. More information on Prepress technicians and workers from The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook Overview of Prepress technicians and workers occupation Number of Prepress technicians and workers in the U.S. Salary and earnings for Prepress technicians and workers Working conditions for Prepress technicians and workers Significant points for Prepress technicians and workers Training requirements for Prepress technicians and workers Labor Information Home | Occupational data by city | Search Rainforests | Madagascar | What's new |