Guidance Documents

Guidance on the Prevention of Upper Limb Disorders in the Financial Services Sector

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?
• When typing should the user rest their wrists on the desk?