SIST EN 29241-2:2001

Ergonomic requirements for office work with visual display terminals (VDTs) - Part 2: Guidance on task requirements (ISO 9241-2:1992)

Guidance is relevant to both the organization implementing the system and the people using the equipment and should be applied in accordance with local, regional or national agreements and regulations. The objective is to enhance the efficiency and well-being of the individual user by applying ergonomics knowledge in the light of practical experience, to the design of tasks. The ergonomics principles concerned are set out in ISO 6385.

Ergonomische Anforderungen für Bürotätigkeiten mit Bildschirmgeräten - Teil 2: Anforderungen an die Arbeitsaufgaben - Leitsätze (ISO 9241-2:1992)

Exigences ergonomiques pour travail de bureau avec terminaux a écrans de visualisation (TEV) - Partie 2: Guide général concernant les exigences des tâches (ISO 9241-2:1992)

La présente partie de l'ISO 9241 sert d'indications aux utilisateurs de systèmes de traitement de l'information à partir d'un TEV pour les tâches de bureau. Ces indications sont destinées à la fois à l'organisme qui met en oeuvre et aux personnes qui utilisent l'équipement. Il convient de les utiliser conformément aux accords et réglementations locales, régionales ou nationales. L'objectif de la présente partie de l'ISO 9241 est d'assurer l'efficacité et le bien-être de l'utilisateur individuel en appliquant à la conception des tâches les connaissances en ergonomie - à la lumière de l'expérience pratique. Les principes ergonomiques en question sont définis dans l'ISO 6385. Les caractéristiques de l'écran de visualisation, du clavier, du poste de travail et des exigences concernant l'environnement sont spécifiées dans d'autres parties de l'ISO 9241. La présente partie de l'ISO 9241 ne traite pas de la conception des logiciels et du dialogue.

Ergonomske zahteve za pisarniško delo s slikovno zaslonsko opremo - 2. del: Navodila za delovne naloge (ISO 9241-2:1992)

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 31-May-2001
• ICS: 13.180 - Ergonomics
• ICS: 35.180 - IT Terminal and other peripheral equipment
• Technical Committee: VSN - Safety of machinery
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 01-Jun-2001
• Due Date: 01-Jun-2001
• Completion Date: 01-Jun-2001
• Directive: Not Harmonized90/270/EEC - Minimum safety and health requirements for work with display screen equipment
• Ref Project: EN 29241-2:1993 - Ergonomic requirements for office work with visual display terminals (VDTs) - Part 2: Guidance on task requirements (ISO 9241-2:1992)

Relations

• Referred By: SIST EN 13068-1:2000 - Non-destructive testing - Radioscopic testing - Part 1: Quantitative measurement of imaging properties
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026

Overview

SIST EN 29241-2:2001 specifies ergonomic requirements for office work with visual display terminals (VDTs), focusing on guidance related to task requirements. Aligned with ISO 9241-2:1992, this standard is designed for organizations implementing VDT systems and individuals using such equipment. Its main objective is to enhance both efficiency and well-being for users by applying ergonomic principles and practical experience to the design and organization of office tasks. The principles found in the standard are based on established ergonomic frameworks, such as those outlined in ISO 6385.

This guidance is intended to be used in conjunction with local, regional, or national labor agreements and regulations. The standard emphasizes the necessity of adapting office tasks and environments to support both the health and productivity of users interacting with VDTs.

Key Topics

• Ergonomic Task Design: Guidance on structuring office tasks to minimize fatigue and discomfort for VDT users.
• User-Centered Considerations: Focus on individual well-being, taking into account variation among users' needs.
• Integration with Workplace Regulations: Recommendations are intended to align with local and national occupational safety and health requirements.
• Application of Ergonomics Knowledge: Utilizing best practices from ergonomics science to inform practical decision-making in office task design.

Applications

SIST EN 29241-2:2001 is applicable wherever computer workstations or visual display terminals are used as a primary work tool. Typical sectors and use cases include:

• Corporate Offices: For designing employee workstations that foster comfort and productivity.
• Call Centers and Shared Workspaces: Adjusting task flow to prevent operator fatigue and support various user profiles.
• Public Administration: Ensuring compliance with ergonomic requirements and improving overall workplace satisfaction.
• Information Technology Facilities: Defining user requirements and workstation setups during system implementations or upgrades.

By following the guidance set out in the standard, organizations can:

• Reduce the risk of musculoskeletal disorders among staff.
• Improve productivity by decreasing user errors and fatigue.
• Enhance staff satisfaction and retention with more user-friendly work environments.
• Demonstrate compliance with ergonomic best practices and relevant health and safety regulations.

Related Standards

To ensure comprehensive ergonomic compliance and effective implementation, consider these related international standards:

• ISO 9241 Series: The broader set of standards covering ergonomic requirements for office work with VDTs and human-system interaction.
• ISO 6385: Principles of ergonomics in the design of work systems, forming the basis for the guidance in this standard.
• EN 29241-2:1993: The European equivalent, ensuring consistent implementation across markets.
• ISO 9241-5: Specific guidance related to workstation layout and postural requirements.

By integrating SIST EN 29241-2:2001 and its related standards, organizations can create safer, more effective office environments tailored to the needs of employees working with visual display terminals.

Keywords: office ergonomics, VDT workstation requirements, ISO 9241-2, ergonomic task design, user well-being, office productivity, workplace health and safety, SIST EN 29241-2:2001

Standards Content (Sample)

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