DSE (Display Screen Equipment) Workstation Assessment

• Staff name - job role

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

Workstation information

• The Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations apply to workers who use DSE daily, for an hour or more at a time. We describe these workers as 'DSE users'. The regulations don't apply to workers who use DSE infrequently or only use it for a short time.

• Date of assessment:

  Date

• Workplace location (office space):

• Checklist completed by:

Display screen(s) - where multiple screens are used each screen must be assessed

• Is the text on the screen easy to read?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the image on the screen stable (free from flicker and jitter)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the screen suitable for its intended use?<br>(e.g. An application with intensive graphic work is required may require a larger screen)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the brightness and/or contrast adjustable?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the operator know how to adjust the screen?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Can the screen be swivelled or tilted?<br>Swivel and twist mechanisms need not be built in. The operator should be able to adjust the screen to a comfortable viewing position.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the screen free from glare and reflections?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the operators line of sight free from bright light sources (mirrors, windows, bright list)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are adjustable window coverings provided and are they in adequate condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Keyboard

• Is the keyboard separate from the screen?<br>This is a requirement, unless the task makes it impracticable

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the keyboard tilt?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is it possible to find a comfortable keying position?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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• Does the user have a good keyboard technique?<br>Good technique prevents<br>-hands bent at the wrist<br>-hitting the keys too hard<br>-over stretching the fingers

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the characters on the keys easily readable?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Mouse - device pad

• Is the device suitable for the task?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the device positioned close to the user?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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• Does the device work smoothly at a speed that suits the user?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there support for the users wrist and forearm?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Can the user easily adjust the software settings for speed and accuracy of the pointer?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Software

• Is the software suitable for the task?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Furniture - chair & working position

• Is the work surface large enough for all the necessary equipment, papers etc?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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• Can the user comfortably reach all the equipment and papers they need to use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are surfaces free from glare and reflection?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the chair suitable?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the chair stable?<br>Does the chair have a base with 5 legs?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the chair have working:<br>- seat back height and tilt adjustment<br>- seat height adjustment<br>- swivel mechanism<br>- castors or glides

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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• Is the seat adjusted correctly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the small of the operators back supported by chairs backrest?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the forearms horizontal?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the operators eyes roughly level with the top of the VDU?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the feet flat to the floor without too much pressure from the seat on the back of the legs?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the floor under the workstation free from obstructions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Environment

• Is there enough room to change position and vary movement?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the lighting suitable?<br>Not too bright or not to dim to work comfortably

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the lights fitted with diffusers?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the air feel comfortable?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the levels of heat comfortable?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the levels of noise comfortable?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Eye tests, breaks / issues

• Is the user aware of the company policy on eye and eyesight testing? Contact HR department for details of glasses / prescription queries uk-hr-team@mobilemini.co.uk

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The law says employers must plan work so there are breaks or changes of activity for employees who are display screen equipment (DSE) users.
  
  There is no legal guidance about how long and how often breaks should be for DSE work. It depends on the kind of work you are doing. Take short breaks often, rather than longer ones less often. For example 5 to 10 minutes every hour is better than 20 minutes every 2 hours. Ideally, users should be able to choose when to take breaks.
  
  In most jobs it is possible to stop DSE work to do other tasks, such as going to meetings or making phone calls. If there are no natural changes of activity in a job, employers should plan rest breaks.
  
  Breaks or changes of activity should allow users to get up from their workstations and move around, or at least stretch and change posture.

• Is the user able to take regular breaks away from the VDU?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has the user experienced any problems using the computer?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has the operator experienced any discomfort using the computer?<br>- numbness and tingling in hands or arms<br>- dry sore eyes<br>- stress and tension<br>-headaches

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Statement & signature

• As a result of the information & advice given during this assessment I will follow the guidance & review my working area regularly. I'm aware of the need to maintain good posture as below.

  I understand

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• Photo evidence of workspace set-up at time of DSE assessment - covering all sections above in situ.

  Media

• Staff sign

  Sign

• Observations at time of DSE assessment - highlight good practice & actions raised from DSE assessor.

• Assessor's signature

  Sign