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Display Screen EquipmentDisplay Screen Equipment

Ergonomics

&

Safe Working Practices

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Health RisksHealth Risks

• Stress• Neck and back pain• RSI• Eye strain• Headaches

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Working Safely With Display Working Safely With Display Screen EquipmentScreen Equipment

• Good posture

• Right equipment

• Proper setup

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Display Screen EquipmentDisplay Screen Equipment

Right Equipment

• Adjustable seat• Space on desk• Foot stool• Document holder

Good Posture

• Arm position• Head/eye position• Position at desk• Glare/reflection

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Display Screen EquipmentDisplay Screen Equipment

Work Patterns

• Take breaks• Vary work• Look to infinity• Wear glasses if

required

Set Up

• Screen position• Keyboard

position• Chair

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Welfare FacilitiesWelfare Facilities

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Welfare FacilitiesWelfare Facilities

• Subsidised canteen

• Lockers

• Toilet facilities

• Rest areas

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HousekeepingHousekeeping

It is your responsibility to keep your working

environment clean and tidy.

This means putting things

in bins, sweeping the floor and wiping down your

machinery or work bench daily.

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SummarySummary• You have a legal duty to protect your own safety and

others.• Follow the advice of safety notices.• Report any safety concerns to your manager.• Don’t undertake tasks you have not been trained to do.• Do not enter restricted areas without authority.• Keep access routes clear.• Maintain good housekeeping standards.• In the event of a fire, raise the alarm.

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SummarySummary

• Use materials and chemicals in accordance with manufacturers instructions.

• Do not carry out electrical repairs.• Wear personal protective equipment provided.• Always be aware of what is going on around you.

If in doubt ASK FOR HELP!

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