§ Mr. Jannerasked the Secretary of State for Employment whether he will introduce regulations to require the provision of suitable lighting for workers who use visual display units.
§ Mr. Peter BottomleyThere is no evidence to suggest that specific regulations covering the provision of suitable lighting for workers who use visual display units are needed. The Factories Act 1961 and the Offices, Shops and Railway Premises Act 1963 both require the provision and maintenance of sufficient and suitable lighting in workrooms. In addition, the general provisions of section 2 of the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 require employers to provide and maintain suitable lighting.