Visual display units
Visual Display Units (VDUs) are a common feature in offices,
banks, shops, food premises, and factories. Employers need to carry
out risk assessments before employees use VDUs in their premises,
and during use of the VDUs. Backache, eyestrain, headache, upper
limb disorders, and stress are just some of the conditions
associated with poorly located VDUs, a lack of training, or, for
instance, over use by an employee.
Legislation
Employers have a duty to comply with The Health and Safety at
Work Act 1974 and the Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment)
Regulations 1992. Risk assessments must be carried out.