Display Screen Equipment Frequently Asked Questions

This section of the website details frequently asked questions and the associated answers related to Display Screen Equipment. The main FAQs are detailed below:

• What legislation covers Display Screen Equipment?
• Is there an appropriate guidance document to refer to for advice and direction on how to comply with the Display Screen Equipment Regulations?
• Who is covered by the Display Screen Equipment Regulation?
• What is not covered by the Display Screen Equipment Regulation?
• What constitutes a workstation under the Display Screen Equipment Regulation 2007?
• What do I need to do to comply with the Display Screen Equipment Regulation 2007?
• How should a workstation analysis or risk assessment be carried out?
• What does a suitable workstation look like?
• Who should carry out an analysis or risk assessment of an employee workstation?
• Is it acceptable to allow employees assess their own workstations?
• Should the analysis or risk assessment be documented?
• If I move from one workstation to another am I entitled to a new workstation assessment?
• Do the Display Screen Equipment requirements of Chapter 5 of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 apply to laptops?
• What is Schedule 4?
• Am I entitled to an eye and eyesight test?
• Who can carry out an eyesight test?
• Who is entitled to eye and eyesight tests?
• How frequently should eyesight tests be carried out?
• When is an employer liable for the costs of providing glasses?
• Am I entitled to any form of training if I work with Display Screen Equipment?
• What level of lighting should be used when working with Display Screens Equipment?
• How often should I take a break from working with Display Screen Equipment?

 

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