The
EEC Regulations 1992, Reg. 5 'EYES AND EYESIGHT' were implemented
to safeguard the eyesight of all employed computer users.
The requirements of this legislation is that all employed
computer users are entitled to a full eye examination which
the employer MUST pay for. If spectacles are required when
working with a VDU, employers must contribute to their purchase.
'Vutest' is cost effective because:
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It
eliminates unnecessary eye examinations while providing
full protection for employers..
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It
causes the minimum interruption to the user's work schedule.
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It
can be used by Personnel Officers, Health and Safety
Staff Occupational Health Departments or other responsible
people.
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No
special training is necessary.
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Operators
can be tested in their actual environment in which they
work.
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Takes
only five minutes to complete.
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Costs
££'s less than sending everyone to an optometrist.
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Places
less demand on the time of those responsible for staff
welfare.
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'Vutest'
is a quick, inexpensive and efficient way to detect warning
signs of unwelcome changes.
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Starter packs for initial
registration can be tailored to suit large or small companies.
Tests are purchased in advance, the cost per test varying with
the amount purchased. At anytime company users are able to
download a password protected database file of all their employees'
test results.
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