I'm looking for some possible guidance in relation to this subject. We're just about to re-launch our IT platform for the whole organisation and part of this will include permissions for staff to use their own devices safely on our systems. Although practically, its a good operational advantage but I'm really struggling with a position in relation to the DSE Regulations. By default we may be condoning the use of equipment not supplied by the organisation and deemed fit for purpose. Recently H&S articles have taken the view that in the age of Smartphones, I Phones, I Pads and Tablets it's becoming impossible for employers to reasonably manage the muscular-skeletal problems that arise. Computer use isn't restricted to the workplace anymore. Injury could have been been caused as much by playing on an an X Box as a work computer. Any views on the subject would be appreciated. I doubt, given that the only case law I can find on this subject goes back to before the regulations were introduced, there is likely to be any formal HSE guidance on the subject.

Thanks I'll do that.

Are you referring to the use of their own devices outside your base i.e outside your offices etc , but at home or other remote locations? We also allow, subject to extremely robust IT security systems /standards, but have provided them with sensible guidelines. The DSE regs are impractical to apply in a prescribed manner, but its ergonomic principles could be broadly applied if relevant and the "soft" stuff such as microbreaks, posture etc

This reminds me of the post on the previous thread that said we should risk assess reading a book and I'd add writing on a notepad. Or is this going too far :-)...