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  • BS 7179-5:1990

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    Specifications for VDT workstationsErgonomics of design and use of visual display terminals (VDTs) in offices

    Available format(s):  Hardcopy, PDF

    Superseded date:  15-07-1999

    Language(s):  English

    Published date:  30-11-1990

    Publisher:  British Standards Institution

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    Committees responsible
    Foreword
    Specification
    1. Scope
    2. Definitions
    3. Design
    4. Marking
    Appendices
    A. General guiding principles
    B. Possible workstation accessories
    C. Guidance on the layout of workstations
    Figure
    1. Position of screen and desk dimensions

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    Guidance for design of work stations for users in office environments.

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    Committee PH/9
    Document Type Standard
    Publisher British Standards Institution
    Status Superseded
    Superseded By

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    BS 7179-3:1990 Specification for visual displaysErgonomics of design and use of visual display terminals (VDTs) in offices
    BS 7083:1996 Guide to the accommodation and operating environment for information technology (IT) equipment

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    BS 5940-1:1980 Office furniture Specification for design and dimensions of office workstations, desks, tables and chairs
    BS 3962-1:1980 Methods of test for finishes for wooden furniture. Assessment of low angle glare by measurement of specular gloss at 85°
    BS 7179-1:1990 Ergonomics of design and use of visual display terminals (VDTs) in offices Introduction
    BS 5459-1:1977 Specification for performance requirements and tests for office furniture Desks and tables
    BS 7179-4:1990 Ergonomics of design and use of visual display terminals (VDTs) in offices Specification for keyboards
    BS 5459-3:1983 Specification for performance requirements and tests for office furniture Storage furniture
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