James Hammerton-Fraser

South East

Health & Safety Consultant

Your article on WFH only just scratches the surface of the Health & Safety implications of formally allowing your employees to work on your behalf in their home. The workstation and Display Screen Equipment Rgeulations are one key factor. Who pays to ensure it is appropriate, the employer! The employer is responsible for the Safety, Health & Welfare of the employee whilst at work, where ever that may be. "We recommend a risk Assessment" belies the significant investment in time and money to fulfill the employers responsibilities. Make sure you have a very clear Policy and Procedure to manage this area. Otherwise it will bite back......