Eyestrain

Backache

Repetitive Strain Injury

Radiation

Health and Safety

Eyestrain

• The office should be well lit with blinds at windows

• Lighting should offer a contrast between the screen and surrounding area

• The image on screen should be stable and not flicker

• The screen should tilt and swivel

• A copyholder should be used

• The employer should offer free and regular eye tests.

Backache

• Operators should not be expected to work continuously at a VDU without regular breaks

• The chair must be stable and allow the user freedom of movement

• The seat should be adjustable in height

• A footrest should be provided

• Some form of exercise should be taken during lunch breaks

Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI)

• Keyboards should be separate from the VDU

• The keyboard should have a matt surface

• A wrist rest should be used

• Ergonomic keyboards have been designed that place the hands at a more natural angle than the standard keyboard

Radiation – complete this slide

• People at risk

• Prevention/Protection