Guide to using Display Screen Equipment (DSE)
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Our Guide to Using Display Screen Equipment (DSE) at Work provides comprehensive instructions for safe and ergonomic utilisation, promoting employee wellbeing.
using Display Screen Equipment (DSE)
DSE, or Display Screen Equipment, refers to any device that has a screen, such as a computer monitor, laptop, or tablet. Using DSE for extended periods can cause a range of health issues, including eye strain, headaches, neck and shoulder pain, and back pain. Therefore, it is essential to use DSE correctly to minimise the risk of developing these issues. Here's a guide to using DSE at work:
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Adjust Your Chair: Sit with your feet flat on the floor, and your hips as far back in the chair as possible. Adjust the backrest to support your lower back, and adjust the height so that your elbows are level with the desk. Your knees should be at the same level as your hips.
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What is this for?
An employer should have a guide to using DSE at work because it is their responsibility to ensure the health and safety of their employees while they work. Prolonged use of DSE can lead to a range of health issues, including eye strain, headaches, neck and shoulder pain, and back pain, which can affect an employee's productivity and quality of work.
By providing a guide to using DSE, an employer can help their employees to use DSE correctly, reducing the risk of developing these issues and promoting a safe and healthy workplace.
Regulations such as the Display Screen Equipment Regulations 1992 in the UK, require employers to assess the risks associated with DSE use and take steps to prevent or reduce them. This includes providing training and information to employees on how to use DSE safely and comfortably. A guide to using DSE can help employers to meet their legal obligations and promote a culture of health and safety in the workplace.
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Employment law compliance
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Display Screen Equipment Regulations 1992 (DSE Regulations): This regulation sets out the legal requirements for employers to assess and manage the risks associated with DSE use, including the provision of training and information to employees on how to use DSE safely.
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Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: This act requires employers to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of their employees, including providing a safe working environment and equipment, such as DSE.
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Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999: This regulation requires employers to carry out risk assessments to identify and manage health and safety risks in the workplace, including those associated with DSE use.
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Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992: This regulation requires employers to provide suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) where necessary to protect employees from health and safety risks in the workplace, including those associated with DSE use.
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Working Time Regulations 1998: This regulation sets limits on the amount of time employees can work, including the use of DSE, to prevent health and safety risks associated with fatigue and stress. It also requires employers to provide regular breaks and rest periods for employees who use DSE regularly.
