8. Employer obligations

Laws have been passed to ensure that employers provide a safe working environment for anyone who works with computers. This is called the 'Health and Safety at Work Act (1974).

The law states that an employer must (if relevant):

• provide tiltable screens
• provide anti-glare screen filters
• provide adjustable chairs
• provide foot supports
• make sure lighting is suitable
• make sure there is sufficient space for people to work
• train employees how to use work stations correctly
• ensure employees have sufficient breaks
• pay for regular eye sight tests for anyone who needs prescription glasses in order to use the computer.

NOTE: These regulations only apply to offices and not to students in schools.