Common use of Computer Work Stations Clause in Contracts

Computer Work Stations. A. In order to provide a safe and healthy workplace for its employees, the State agrees to order computer equipment wherever possible in accordance with the recommendations made by the Joint Union/Management Video Display Terminal Committee Report. B. The State shall provide instruction in the proper operation and adjustment of computers and workstation equipment. Both parties will encourage employees to properly use computer equipment. The State shall maintain the “Easy Ergonomics for Desktop Computer Users” booklet which will be available to all departments for training purposes. C. Upon the request of the employee, the State shall provide an ergonomic evaluation of the employee’s primary workstation by a trained evaluator. D. The State shall take action as it deems necessary to make the following equipment available to all employees that use computers: 1. Glare screens; 2. Document holders; 3. Adjustable chairs; 4. Ergonomic keyboards; 5. Foot and wrist rests; 6. Telephone headsets; 7. Ergonomic computer table and supports; 8. Wheeled carriers; 9. Alternative pointing devices (rollerball, trackball, touch-pad, etc.) as necessary. Additionally, the State shall take action as it deems necessary to mitigate glare from the workplace, such as, rearrangements of the work stations to avoid glare on monitors and on terminal screens from windows and ceiling luminaries, or providing other measures to reduce the glare from light sources. In the event that the State modifies existing or creates new policies regarding computer work stations, written notice and an opportunity to meet and confer over the impact of such changes will be provided to the Union in accordance with the provisions of Section 24.1 of this Agreement.