Whether we are using it in the office, home or agile work settings, mobile and transportable technology to improve organisational flexibility and performance is now an essential asset for many professionals. However, if not carefully managed its use can also increase some health risks for individual users.
The thrust of the guidance to the Display Screen Equipment (DSE) Regulations 1992 were largely based on the application of good ergonomic principles, and despite the passage of time and developments in work equipment, they still provide a sound basis for controlling the risks.
Ergonomics is the application of scientific study to how people interact with their environment with the aim of designing equipment and furniture etc. in order to optimise wellbeing and performance. It considers human anatomy, physiology and psychology and tries to design the workplace to match the human’s capabilities rather than expecting people to adapt to their surroundings that can go on to cause pain, discomfort and injury.
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