Vision Screening Tests

Vision screening tests are a means of identifying individuals with defective vision who need a full sight test. These tests are not designed to screen for eye defects, such as injury or disease, which may not at first affect vision. Where companies offer vision screening facilities, some users may opt for test to check their need for a full eye sight test. Other users, however, may choose at the outset to exercise their entitlement to a full sight test, and in such cases the employer must arrange for the test to be provided by a registered ophthalmic optician, or a registered medical practitioner with suitable qualifications.

Where the user opts for vision screening, the screening instrument or other test method used should be capable of testing vision at the distances at the appropriate to the user's display screen work, including the intermediate distance at which screens are viewed (normally 50-60cm). Where test results indicate that vision is defective at the relevant distances, the user should be informed and referred to an optometrist or a doctor for a full sight test.

Those conducting eye sight tests should have basic knowledge of the eye and its functions and be competent in operation of the instrument and/or tests. Both the results and the need for further referral should be assessed by those with medical, ophthalmic, nursing or paramedical skills.

NRK Medical Screeners give a reliable and accurate assessment of vision appropriate for Display Screen users, and they are portable, light and easy to use screeners.

Ref: Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992/ Para 53, 54, 55