Working with Visual Display Units & Display Screen Equipment for Assessors/Users
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Aim:
The aim of this course is to give candidates a sound understanding of the relevant pieces of legislation appertaining to Display Screen Equipment (DSE) Visual Display Units (VDU) an understanding of the term ergonomics and DSE/VDU assessment process.
Pre-Requisites:
Knowledge of the environment is which the VDU/DSE equipment is situated is advisable.
Duration:
The course is of one-day duration.
Optimum Number:
The optimum number of delegates on the course will be ten.
Training Aids:
Use will be made of lecture notes, visual presentations, video, practical exercise.
Assessment:
The assessment will be by a practical workstation assessment plus written questionnaire.
Objectives:
At the conclusion of the course, delegates will have a good understanding of all relevant legislation:
- The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.
- The Management Health & Safety at Work Regulations.
- The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1988.
- The Workplace Health, Safety & Welfare Regulations 1992.
- The Display Screen Equipment Regulations 1992.
The skills to carry out a thorough VDU / DES risk assessment:
- Workstation layout.
- Seating.
- Lighting.
- Design.
- Environment.
Ergonomics
The study of the human body at work, understanding how a persons senses, size and skills interact with their working environment.
Course Syllabus
Introduction
- General duties under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.
- General duties under the management of Health & Safety at Work regulations 1999.
- General duties under the Provision and Use of Work Equipment 1998.
- General duties under the Workplace Health & Safety and Welfare Regulations 1992.
- General duties under the Display Screen Equipment Regulations 1992.
Users and operators
Ergonomics, designing a workstation (video office ergonomics)
Workstation assessment
ADU / DES risk assessment practical exercise
Written questionnaire
Dates available on request.