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Posted By Phillipe
Hi just a quickie, black top work stations. Are they restricted in terms of DSE due to amount of reflection they can produce from overhead lighting?
Any response would be appreciated.
Phil
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Posted By Dean Stevens
Phillipe
I'm sure someone will jump on my back if im wrong but i'm pretty sure that there is nothing in the legislation saying that "Black desk tops" are not permitted.
However if someone has reported this hazard to you or it has been found following your DSE assessments then action must be taken to remove the hazard.
As i have said this is just my understanding of it, im sure others will correct me if i am wrong, im only IOSH managing safely trained at the moment so do not class myself as a "safety profesional".
Good luck.
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Posted By Peter Leese
Took me a moment Phillipe but I understand now.
I'm assuming you are talking about shiny black desks ie they may have been mat to begin with but with use have taken on a shine. A bit like some black keyboards.
It the reflection is uncomfortable then yes it is covered by the DSE regs, just as any reflective surfaces are.
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Posted By Alan Hoskins
Surely it would depend on the type of surface? Matt surface would be fine, but shiny could be too reflective.
Alan
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Posted By Tabs
Yes. It does not matter about the colour - it is the reflection / glare which should be avoided.
Most black top desks that I have used were all fine once I had wiped them over with a cloth wetted in spirits (acetone tends to melt some finishes so be careful). Ventilation, fire hazard, degreasing of skin, etc., shuld all be guarded against of course.
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Posted By Phillipe
Thanks for your comments
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