Course Description
The Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations incorporate specific guidelines aimed at ensuring the safety of Display Screen Equipment (DSE). Both employers and employees using DSE are obliged to adhere to these regulations.
But what exactly do we mean by display screen equipment? While the first image that comes to mind for many is a computer monitor, the scope extends beyond that. Display screen equipment encompasses a variety of devices, including laptops, tablet PCs, televisions, smartphones, CNC control pads, portable diagnostic screens, or equipment containing cathode ray tubes (CRTs).
Course duration: 110 minutes
Modules Covered
- Introduction
- Legislation
- Protecting Your Body
- Adjusting Your Chair
- Adjusting Your Screen
- Work Arrangements
- Adjusting the Layout of Your Workstation
- Adjusting Your Work Environment
- Risk Assessment Overview
- Principles of Sensible Risk Management
- Key Health and Safety Legislation
- Hazards and Risks
- DSE Assessments
- Control and Prevention Strategies
- Practical Element
Accreditation
The E-Learning course for Assessing Display Screen Equipment, available online, has obtained accreditation from the prestigious industry body IIRSM.
Our IIRSM & CPD approved courses are owned by VideoTile Learning Ltd and distributed under licence.
Benefits
- Statutory Compliance: Completing our Online Assessing Display Screen Equipment E-Learning course helps you meet your legal training requirements, ensuring that you adhere to statutory obligations related to workplace safety.
- Comprehensive Coverage: The course addresses various aspects, including the proper setup and safe usage of display screen equipment, which significantly reduces the risk of developing work-related health conditions associated with prolonged screen use.
- Industry Recognition: Endorsed by the leading industry body IIRSM, our Online Assessing Display Screen Equipment course meets recognised standards, enhancing credibility and trustworthiness.
- Flexibility: With online training, candidates have the flexibility to learn at their own pace and convenience. They can access the course modules anytime, anywhere, allowing them to seamlessly integrate training into their busy schedules.
- Efficiency: Structured online modules optimize the learning process, enabling candidates to acquire knowledge efficiently. The streamlined format enhances comprehension and retention, ensuring effective learning outcomes.
- Cost-Effectiveness: Online training eliminates the need for costly travel and venue expenses associated with traditional training methods. It provides a more economical option without compromising quality, saving both time and resources.
Eligibility
The focus of our Assessing Display Screen Equipment E-Learning course is on individuals who utilise display screen equipment (DSE) and those tasked with evaluating such equipment. A "user" encompasses anyone who routinely operates display screen equipment as a substantial aspect of their typical work. Essentially, if you spend more than one hour per day consistently using display screen equipment, you fall under the category of a "user."
