One Day DSE Assessor Course (Osmond Ergonomics)
About the course
Employers have a legal obligation to carry out DSE (Display Screen Equipment) assessments with employees using display screens. As well as employers meeting their legal obligations, conducting DSE assessments can reduce discomfort, improve wellbeing and increase productivity of staff.
The course will be comprised of an overview of the legislation, and techniques and procedures required to conduct a DSE Assessment. It will cover:
- Importance of DSE assessments.
- What the DSE Regulations consist of.
- Responsibilities of a DSE Assessor.
- What equipment is covered.
- Minimum requirements for workstations.
- How common musculoskeletal disorders develop.
- Good workstation layout.
- How to carry out a DSE assessment.
- What options are available when considering reasonable adjustments.
Who should attend
Line managers, newly-appointed or recently-appointed Workstation Assessors.
Expected outcomes
By the end of the course you will:
- Understand the legislation and guidance which applies to DSE assessments.
- Understand the risks of sedentary working and adopting poor postures.
- Be able to identify risks when using DSE.
- Be able to carry out a DSE assessment
Assessment
To check the information delivered to learners is being understood, for our face-to-face course, practical sessions including looking at case studies and conducting a mock DSE assessment will be completed during the day as well as a short test at the end course. For our virtual course, the use of ‘Polls’, Kahoot, group activities in breakout rooms are used to assess learners.
What’s included?
- Course workbook.
- Copy of presentation slides.
- Posture Guidance sheet.
- Links to useful resources.
- Certificate on successful completion of the course.
About Osmond Ergonomics
Osmond Ergonomics is the UK’s most knowledgeable provider of innovative products and services to improve workplace wellbeing and productivity. Its unique outcome-focused approach and outstanding customer service ensure client personnel receive the best possible advice, products and interventions to understand and improve ergonomics and human factors in their daily lives.
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