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3. Ergonomic lighting requirements
Good lighting creates a visual environment that allows people to :
to see, be seen, communicate and move around safely;
perform visual tasks efficiently and accurately without causing visual discomfort or fatigue.
AFNOR standard NF X35-103 – Ergonomic principles applicable to workplace lighting describes the principles and an ergonomic method for defining performance and visual comfort elements with the following objectives:
avoiding and assessing workplace risks ;
adapting work to people by using lighting methods and technologies under satisfactory conditions of prevention and protection;
provide the lighting criteria needed...
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Standard for indoor workplace lighting
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Article R. 4223-4 sets the minimum lighting levels to be maintained and respected at all points in workplaces:
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