Computer glasses
What are computer glasses?
Also known as PC glasses, these glasses come in two variants: single vision lenses and with an office progressive lens solution. Computer glasses have specific lenses that are adapted to work on a computer screen. Our opticians at Synsenteret Stavanger will help you determine which lens is the right one for you.
Computer glasses help your vision while working on a computer screen, which often leads to increased focus and concentration. With PC glasses you can sit at a distance that helps your eyes and decreases strain. In addition, the pixels will be easier for your eyes. So that your eyes are less strained while seeing more clearly.
We at Synsenteret Stavanger are passionate about you getting the best products for your vision and your everyday working life. We are happy to help you find the right PC glasses for your needs. With computer glasses Book an eye test with us today, and we’ll help you find the right glasses for your needs!
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do you need computer glasses?
The vast majority of us are well used to using a PC, both at home and at work. In today’s society, after all, there are very few professions where PCs are not used to a greater or lesser extent. But how does this affect our vision?
You might think that it is natural to get a little headache, a subtle neck pain, or to feel a little dry in the eyes after a long working day in front of the screen. It doesn’t have to be this way! For many, the major problems are avoided by wearing PC glasses for many hours in front of the screen, both at home and at work. PC glasses are designed precisely for that purpose and are both comfortable and good-looking!
DId you know?
Did you know that you can also have part of the price of the PC glasses covered by your employer? According to the Working Environment Act (11.1.2.3, Glasses for work at a computer screen), you must have all costs for vision tests, any need for specialist follow-up, and necessary vision aids covered by your employer if you have to wear glasses that are different from those used on a daily basis, due to work at a computer screen.
Separate expenses for installation, choice of type of glass, frame, etc. can be agreed upon in the individual business between employee and employer. As the expenses are charged to the employer, it will be the employer’s assessment that provides guidance, but necessary expenses are assumed to be covered.
Conditions for the employer to cover the cost of computer glasses:
According to the Norwegian Labor Inspection Authority: If the employee must wear glasses that are different from those used on a daily basis, due to working at a computer screen, all costs for vision tests, any need for specialist follow-up, and necessary vision aids must be covered by the employer.
Special expenses for installation, choice of type of glass, frame, and the like can be agreed upon in the individual business between employee and employer. Because the expenses are charged to the employer, it will be the employer’s assessment that provides guidance, but necessary expenses are assumed to be covered.
*Computer glasses do not include contact lenses and glasses that are used in everyday life for purposes other than work.