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Determination and application of vision standards in industry
G W Good1, J L Weaver, A R Augsburger
1Ohio State University College of Optometry, Columbus 43210, USA.
American Journal of Industrial Medicine
|November 1, 1996
Summary
Establishing job-specific vision standards helps match employees to roles, ensuring workplace safety and productivity. This study developed standards and identified vision care needs for optimal employee visual performance.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Ophthalmology
- Ergonomics
Background:
- Job-related vision standards are crucial for optimal employee placement and performance.
- A lack of a formal vision care program necessitates establishing workplace-specific visual standards.
- Defining reduced vision as a disability highlights the importance of visual standards in the workplace.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine visual standards for 40 job classifications within a company.
- To assess the need for vision care services to meet these standards.
- To establish a model for applying visual standards in an occupational setting.
Main Methods:
- Direct observation and measurement of critical visual tasks for 40 job classifications.
- Worker interviews to identify key visual performance factors.
- Screening of a sample employee population to assess characteristics and adherence to new standards.
Main Results:
- Identified critical visual factors for 40 distinct job roles.
- Determined the percentage of employees meeting the newly established visual standards.
- Highlighted the need for targeted vision care services.
Conclusions:
- The developed visual standards can serve as a model for other organizations.
- Implementing vision standards improves employee placement based on visual abilities.
- Addressing employee vision needs is essential for workplace health and productivity.