A health and safety awareness programme for visual display screen users and operators.

This video highlights the possible hazards associated with the use of visual display screens etc. and offers basic techniques to minimise such risks. Subjects include correct positioning of screen, keyboard and work material; adjustment of lighting and chair height; importance of good posture and relaxing at break times.

• Updated for 2002
• Running time approximately 10 minutes.
• Includes booklet.
• Training Course Available.

"Safe Stations" 2002

This programme, for employers and managers, looks at the potential problems associated with visual display screen work. It offers advice to those responsible for overseeing health and safety compliance.

Most businesses use visual display screen equipment. Any new technology, as well as bringing benefits, can also lead to new risks to health and safety.

This video gives an overall view of any potential risks and suggests a systematic approach, by carrying out an assessment/audit of existing workstation equipment/ furniture/environment/staff; analysing the information gathered and acting upon any problems that are highlighted.

• Updated for 2002
• Running time approximately 19 mins.
• Includes includes booklet, audit form, staff questionnaire and pre-purchase specification list.