Employers are under a general duty to safeguard the health and safety of their employees. In addition, legislation has been introduced over the past decade or so to specifically deal with the risks posed to health by intensive use of computers. By outlining those risks associated with intensive display screen equipment (DSE) use, and implementing a policy to address and control them, the employer has already begun to meet their obligations under health and safety legislation.
The Display Screen Equipment Policy and Management Guide version 2.0 has been published to help employers in England and Wales ensure that they comply with their duties under law, and to provide a clear record of the policy and procedure.
The draft policy covers:
- An overview of legislation
- Responsibilities
- Safe use of DSE
- Sources of Further Information
- and more
The draft policy also comes with a 18-page Management Guide containing helpful notes on the policy and the latest HSE guidance on working on VDUs.
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