This technical report addresses the following issues relating to Electronic Screen Displays for operators of fossil-fired power plants with boilers of 200,000 lb/hr or greater: display structure, display elements, display access, operator entry techniques, display types, control applications, format standards, alarm management, display organization, work station ergonomics, coding conventions.

Recognizing the substantial volumes of technical reports on the topic of Electronic Screen Display development, the intent of this report is to provide a summary/overview of the important considerations that apply in the development of effective Electronic Screen Displays. For additional detailed guidance, please refer to Annex A — References.

Purpose

The purpose of this technical report is to provide advice and guidance in the development of Electronic Screen Displays for use primarily by operators in the control and monitoring of fossil-fired power plants.