I found this session very educating and it has shed light on many points that I had no idea could affect my health. Helen was fantastic.
What is a DSE Assessment?
A DSE assessment is an evaluation of the ergonomic setup and working conditions related to the use of computer or display screen equipment in the workplace. It is designed to identify and mitigate potential risks to the health and well-being of employees who spend extended periods working with screens. Factors such as workstation layout, chair and desk ergonomics, screen positioning and lighting are checked to ensure they comply with ergonomic guidelines.
By conducting a DSE assessment, employers aim to promote a comfortable and safe working environment, reducing the risk of musculoskeletal problems and other health issues associated with prolonged screen use.
Under The Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992, a DSE user requires a DSE assessment when either a new user starts work, a workstation is set-up or an existing workstation is changed.
Our range of DSE assessments includes in-person assessments, home worker DSE assessments, assessments for pregnant workers, and remote DSE assessments
What’s Assessed In a DSE Assessment?
Our assessments are face to face, giving you the opportunity to ask the assessor questions or voice any concerns you have about your workstation equipment. The assessor will explain the procedure and ask if you have any existing ailments. They will then address the following:
What Are The Benefits of a DSE Assessment?
- Enables you to comply with UK legal requirements.
- Addresses poor posture and poor working habits.
- Good posture minimises the risk of disorders such as WRULDs and RSI developing
- It boosts productivity.
- Reduces the occurrence of staff absence.
- Good health and safety practice demonstrates your commitment to your workforce.
- Provides you with an audit trail.
- Helps you defend potential Health and Safety-related claims.
- Using Worksafe UK to carry out your DSE assessments ensures you receive the latest professional advice. It’s the easy way to achieve compliance.
Why Use Worksafe UK for Your DSE Assessment?
Our DSE assessments are carried out by experienced, qualified assessors and comply with the Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992.
Our impartiality promise ensures that we offer honest and impartial advice to all customers. We do not own or have any interest in any furniture or accessory firms and our assessors are not incentivised to recommend specific products or suppliers. This means we guarantee there is no ulterior motive when making recommendations. In fact, we will reuse equipment you already have wherever possible so that we can save you money.
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Testimonials
“A superbly executed course with a plethora of excellent and useful information to facilitate a highly informative and rounded DSE assessment to the client. Our Assessor Trainer, Clare, was wonderfully engaging”
EG, Ministry of Defence
“It was really thorough and informative. Helen is clearly very experienced, enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the subject, and her passion really came through in the training. All the relevant information was covered, and all questions answered.”
JS, Cambian Group
“Clare was an excellent trainer & managed to keep me interested. She was able to deliver in such a way that all people could understand despite our varying backgrounds.”
SM, Kettering General Hospital NHS Trust