Display Screen Equipment (DSE) Assessor (1 Day)

The Display Screen Equipment Regulations require all workstations are assessed to ensure compliance with the regulations and reduce the potential for injury and/or ill health to users.

This course is designed to equip the delegate with the necessary knowledge and skills to be able to undertake appropriate assessments and where necessary, advise the employer and staff of steps required to reduce the potential for risk.

Designed for

Personnel designated to carry out risk assessments

Objectives

On completion of the course delegates will:

• Know the legal duty to undertake risk assessments
• Recognise the hazards and risks presented by Display Screen Equipment
• Be able to undertake suitable and sufficient risk assessments
• Be able to advise on work patterns or physical changes to reduce risk

Content

Outline of the Display Screen Equipment Regulations

Duty of the employer
Duty of the employee

Company policy

Specific arrangements for Display Screen Equipment
Equipment selection
Training for users
Record-keeping

Understanding the Hazard and Risks

Upper limb disorders - musculoskeletal
Stress and fatigue Posture
Vision
Effect of lighting
Basic ergonomics
Heating and ventilation

Risk Assessment

Practical exercise
Analysing results
Setting up a workstation
Report and feedback

Summary and Close

Note: This course can be tailored to meet your exact needs. The course can be provided locally in Bath, Bristol, the Southwest or anywhere in the UK or overseas. For further information or to obtain a quotation contact Line Business Services Ltd on 0117 986 2194

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