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[Computer eyeglasses--aspects of a confusing topic]

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  • 1Augenabteilung, Sanatoriums Hera, Wien.

Wiener Medizinische Wochenschrift (1946)
|January 1, 1997
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New Austrian Employee Protection Act emphasizes "computer glasses," defined as prescription eyewear for monitor work. Employers will likely cover costs, with ophthalmologists exclusively prescribing them after comprehensive eye exams.

Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Ophthalmology
  • Legislation

Context:

  • The new Austrian Employee Protection Act introduces regulations concerning specialized eyewear for computer use.
  • The definition of "computer glasses" encompasses various lens types (single-vision, bifocal, varifocal) designed for screen-based tasks.
  • There is ongoing debate regarding the financial responsibility for these prescribed visual aids, with employers being the probable party.

Purpose:

  • To clarify the legal and practical implications of the new Austrian Employee Protection Act regarding computer glasses.
  • To define the scope and types of vision aids considered "computer glasses."
  • To address the controversy surrounding the cost-bearing of these specialized glasses and the prescription process.

Summary:

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  • The Austrian Employee Protection Act mandates specific vision aids, termed "computer glasses," for employees working with computer monitors.
  • These include single-vision, bifocal, and varifocal lenses tailored for screen viewing and document reading.
  • Employers are likely responsible for the cost, and only ophthalmologists can prescribe them following a detailed examination considering the work environment.

    • Impact:

    • This legislation is expected to increase the importance and adoption of computer glasses in Austria.
    • It clarifies the roles and responsibilities of employers and healthcare professionals in providing appropriate visualCorrection for VDU (visual display unit) users.
    • The act aims to improve employee eye health and comfort in modern workplaces.