[Now possibly historic only. Check the up to date legal position. Also covers general good practice for safe computer use.]
"The Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992 came into
force on 1 January 1993. They have been introduced to enable employers and
employees to minimise any risks arising from the use of VDUs and other display
screen equipment used for work.
. . .
The primary purpose of the Regulations is to ensure that you have equipment,
furniture and surroundings that enable you to work in adequate comfort.
The assessment exercise cannot be effective without the input of you, the user.
This booklet has been provided to help you to understand the law, your
employer's obligations and the part that you can play in helping your employer
to meet them.
. . . "
Author(s): KING, Stephen / Personnel Health and Safety Consultants Ltd
Series: Croner's Health & Safety in Practice series
Publisher: Croner Publications Limited
Year: 1993
Language: English
City: Kingston upon Thames, UK
Tags: carpal tunnel syndrome, computer workstation, EMF, eyesight, Health & Safety, posture, RSI, VDU, workplace
Display Screen Equipment: A User's Guide - Front Cover
Contents
Author
Printer's Imprint
Introduction
Display Screen Equipment
The Desk
The Chair
Accessories
Document Holder
Footrest
Mouse
Wrist Rest
Telephone
Adjusting your Workstation
Work Breaks and Job Design
Software
Eyes and Eyesight
Eyesight Testing
Glasses
The Work Environment
Lighting
Temperature
Humidity
Noise
Reflections and Glare
Training and Information
Display Screens and Health
Radiation
Cataracts and Epilepsy
Headaches
Other Sources of Information
