Information
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Audit Title
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Document No.
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Client / Site
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Conducted on
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Prepared by
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Location
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Personnel
Workstation information
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Date of assessment
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Workstation user
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Workstation Number (if applicable)
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Location of Workstation / Department
Display screen(s) - where multiple screens are used each screen must be assessed
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Is the text on the screen easy to read?
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Is the image on the screen stable (free from flicker and jitter)?
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Is the screen suitable for its intended use?<br>(e.g. An application with intensive graphic work is required may require a larger screen)
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Are the brightness and/or contrast adjustable?
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Does the operator know how to adjust the screen?
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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.
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Is the screen free from glare and reflections?
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Is the operators line of sight free from bright light sources (mirrors, windows, bright list)?
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Are adjustable window coverings provided and are they in adequate condition?
Keyboard
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Is the keyboard separate from the screen?<br>This is a requirement, unless the task makes it impracticable
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Does the keyboard tilt?
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Is it possible to find a comfortable keying position?
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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
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Are the characters on the keys easily readable?
Mouse, trackball etc
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Is the device suitable for the task?
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Is the device positioned close to the user?
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Does the device work smoothly at a speed that suits the user?
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Is there support for the users wrist and forearm?
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Can the user easily adjust the software settings for speed and accuracy of the pointer?
Software
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Is the software suitable for the task?
Furniture
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Is the work surface large enough for all the necessary equipment, papers etc?
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Can the user comfortably reach all the equipment and papers they need to use?
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Are surfaces free from glare and reflection?
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Is the chair suitable?
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Is the chair stable?<br>Does the chair have a base with 5 legs?
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Does the chair have working:<br>- seat back height and tilt adjustment<br>- seat height adjustment<br>- swivel mechanism<br>- castors or glides
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Is the seat adjusted correctly?
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Is the small of the operators back supported by chairs backrest?
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Are the forearms horizontal?
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Are the operators eyes roughly level with the top of the VDU?
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Are the feet flat to the floor without too much pressure from the seat on the back of the legs?
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Is the floor under the workstation free from obstructions?
Environment
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Is there enough room to change position and vary movement?
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Is the lighting suitable?<br>Not too bright or not to dim to work comfortably
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Are the lights fitted with diffusers?
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Does the air feel comfortable?
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Are the levels of heat comfortable?
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Are the levels of noise comfortable?
Misc
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Has the user experienced any problems using the computer?
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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
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Is the user aware of the company policy on eye and eyesight testing?
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Is the user able to take regular breaks away from the VDU?
Sign Off
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Signature of Person Completing the DSE Assessment
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Signature of Person working at the workstation
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DSE Assessment checked by
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Are action points required
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Action Points