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Health and Safety ergonomics in the workplace includes lighting provided at various types of work areas. The lighting must be appropriate having regard to the nature of the location, the type of work being performed and the movement of persons in the area during normal and emergency situations. Work areas can have insufficient lighting or indeed in some instances too much. Both of these undesirable situations can have Health and Safety implications and reduce productivity of your workforce. In addition, over illumination consumes more energy than is necessary and ultimately is more costly. There are legal requirements for the Health and Safety aspects of illumination ergonomics that must be complied with and these place duties upon employers.
SgurrEnergy was recently commissioned to carry out an assessment of illumination ergonomics in an office with particular focus on the provision of emergency lighting. The results of this assessment indicated areas where lighting could be improved. Jim Clive, Principal Noise Consultant, SgurrEnergy commented, “A detailed technical report was issued guiding the client towards compliance with legislation at economic cost.”
For further information on lighting, noise and vibration contact James Clive on 0141 433 4671 or email james.clive@sgurrenergy.com
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