Work with display screen equipment. Health and safety (display screen equipment) regulations 1992 as amended by the Health and safety (miscellaneous amendments) regulations 2002. Guidance on regulations. 2nd edition
Health and Safety: Legal Series L 26
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Series
Health and Safety: Legal Series
Abstract
Provides guidance relating to work with display screens (visual display units). Describes how you can comply with the Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992. These regulations apply to companies that use computer screens and similar equipment. Also provides advice on how to avoid the health risks associated with screen-based work, which can include musculoskeletal disorders, visual fatigue and mental stress.
History
This is a web version of L26 (2nd edition, published 2003). This version has been adapted for online use from HSE's current printed version - produced September 2009.
ISBN
9780717625826
Subjects
- Health and safety
- Workplace equipment
- Special subject areas
- Office equipment
Publisher History
The Health and Safety Executive work to protect the health and safety of people in the workplace by minimising risks. They achieve this through research, information and advice, promoting training, new or revised regulations and codes of practice, inspection, investigation and enforcement.
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