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To view our Loss Prevention Standard that supports this checklist, please view the following link: https://broker.aviva.co.uk/documents/view/aviva_display_screen_equipment_lps.pdf
DSE Risk Assessment Checklist
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1. Display Screens: <br>• Are the display screens clean and is there a procedure in place to maintain this?<br>• Is the text size readable?<br>• Is the image free from flicker and jitter?<br>• Is the screen's specification suitable for its intended use?<br>• Can the brightness and contrast be adjusted?<br>• Does the screen swivel and tilt?<br>• Is the screen free from glare and reflections?<br>• Are there adjustable window coverings provided that are in adequate condition?
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2. Keyboards<br>• Is the keyboard separate from the screen? (Unless the task is specific to the use of portable laptops)<br>• Is the keyboard able to be tilted?<br>• Is the keying position comfortable?<br>• Are the characters on the keyboard easily readable?
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3. Mouse, trackball, etc.:<br>• Does the chosen device suit the task and the user?<br>• Is the mouse/trackball positioned close to the user to avoid arm overreach?<br>• Is the user's arm supported? (This could be simply from the desk surface or arm of the chair, if not, separate support devices are available)<br>• Is the speed and smoothness of use suitable for the user?<br>
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4. Software:<br>• Is the software user friendly?<br>• Have users received appropriate training?
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5. Furniture:<br>• Are worksurfaces large enough for the necessary equipment?<br>• Can users comfortably reach all equipment and papers?<br>• Are the surfaces free from glare and reflection? (These can be reduced by use of mats or blotters)<br>• Is the chair suitable and stable and does the backrest have height and tilt adjustment?<br>• Does the seat have a height adjustment?<br>• Does the seat have a swivel mechanism and castors or glides?<br>• Has the chair been adjusted to the user's needs, ensuring that:<br>- the small of their back is supported by the chair's<br>backrest?<br>- their forearms are horizontal when using the<br>mouse /keyboard?<br>- their eyes are roughly the same height as the top<br>of the monitor?<br>• Are the user's feet supported, either flat on the floor or by use of a footrest ensuring there is not too much pressure to the back of their legs?<br>
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6. Environment:<br>• Is there enough room provided to enable the user to comfortably change position?<br>• Is the lighting suitable and does it prevent glare?<br>• Are the temperature, humidity and noise levels comfortable for the user?
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7. Eye tests:<br>• Has the employee requested an eyesight test and has this been arranged?
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8. Provision of free spectacles to certain users:<br>• Has the employee requested spectacles or other corrective appliances to correct vision defects for display screen work and has this been arranged?
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9. Breaks from screen and keyboard use:<br>• Has the daily work routine of DSE users been planned to ensure periodic breaks from display screen use? (This can be achieved by the introduction of alternative tasks or breaks)<br>• Are users allowed some discretion as to when to take breaks and how they carry out tasks? (Individual control over the nature and pace of work allows optimal distribution of effort over the working day)<br>• Are users able to take breaks away from the DSE workstation, to allow the user to stand up, move about and/or change posture?
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10. Provision of information and training: <br>• Have employees been provided with information on the risks from display screen equipment and workstations?<br>• Have employees been provided with information on the controls that have been implemented?<br>• Have DSE users or operators on your site who are employed by another employer or are self-employed been provided with information on the risks from display screen equipment and workstations?<br>• Have DSE users or operators on your site who are employed by another employer or are self-employed been provided with information on the controls that have been implemented?<br>• Has training been provided to employees following workstation set up?<br>• Has training been provided to employees following modifications to workstations?<br>• Has training been provided to DSE users on your site employed by another employer following modifications to workstations?<br>• Do individuals know who to report problems/concerns to regarding working with DSE?
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11. Homeworkers<br>• Has consideration been given to homeworkers, or those at other locations away from their main base?<br>• Where practicable has a risk assessment been conducted at the homeworkers' base by the employee?<br>• If not, has the homeworker been trained to undertake their own risk assessments? (This can be done by training homeworkers to use an ergonomic checklist)
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Additional Comments
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Completed by: (Name and Signature)
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Please Note:
This document contains general information and guidance only and may be superseded and/or subject to amendment without further notice. Aviva has no liability to any third parties arising our of ARMS' communications whatsoever (including Loss Prevention Standards), and nor shall any third party rely on them. Other than liability which cannot be excluded by law, Aviva shall not be liable to any person for any indirect, special, consequential or other losses or damages of whatsoever kind arising out of access to, or use of, or reliance on anything contained in ARMS' communications. The document may not cover every risk, exposure or hazard that may arise and Aviva recommends that you obtain specific advice relevant to the circumstances.
