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Display screen equipment (DSE): eyes and eyesight testing

Monday 3 Aug 2026

DSE work is visually demanding, and employers have certain legal responsibilities.

 

Although DSE work does not cause permanent damage to eyes, long spells of DSE work can lead to:

  • tired eyes
  • discomfort
  • temporary short-sightedness
  • headaches

 

The law says employers must arrange an eye test for DSE users if they ask for one, and provide glasses if an employee needs them ONLY for DSE use.

 

This should be a full eye and eyesight test by an optometrist or doctor, including a vision test and an eye examination.

Find out more about eyes and eyesight testing

 

You have a Risk Assessment for DSE use, and it includes include a Workstation Self-Assessment which should ideally be carried out with employees who sit in front of a PC for most of the day. This should include any Homeworkers. Drill down using the links above if you wish to read more. Alternatively give us a call if you have a question and/or concern. We are here to help.

 

For more information visit www.tablemanners.info or contact Peter Stevens on 07568 563558 or peter@tablemanners.info.