What do the Health & Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations require?

• A. It provides PPE for display screens
• B. It requires weekly breaks
• C. Provides employees with a workstation risk assessment, train employees in the use of the workstation, and inform them of the hazards of working at that station.
• D. It bans computer use

Answer: (C)

The rules focus on managing risks from using display screen equipment by ensuring a proper approach in the workplace: the employer must carry out a workstation risk assessment, train employees in how to use the workstation safely, and inform them of the hazards of working at that station. This combination targets identifying and mitigating ergonomic and health risks, coaching users on correct setup and posture, and making sure people understand the potential hazards.

PPE isn’t required for display screen work, there’s no blanket rule for weekly breaks, and computers aren’t banned under these regulations. So the option describing a workstation risk assessment, training in use, and hazard information best reflects what the regulations require.