Display Screen Equipment (DSE) policy template

1   Overview

1.1   The purpose of this policy is to ensure the health, safety, and wellbeing of all employees who use display screen equipment (DSE) as part of their job. This policy sets out guidelines for the safe use of DSE, the risk assessment process, and measures to mitigate any associated risks to users’ health.

2   Scope

2.1   This policy applies to all employees who regularly use DSE as part of their role, including but not limited to office-based employees, remote workers, and those who frequently use laptops or tablets.

3   General Principles

3.1   Responsibilities

• Employer Responsibilities:

  • Ensure that workstations meet the minimum health and safety requirements outlined in the DSE regulations.

  • Provide suitable training to employees on DSE safety.

  • Conduct regular risk assessments of employees' workstations.

  • Address any risks identified in DSE assessments and provide appropriate interventions or adjustments.

  • Provide employees with the option to have eye tests, where necessary.

• Employee Responsibilities:

  • Follow safe working practices when using DSE.

  • Report any concerns or discomfort related to DSE use to their line manager.

  • Participate in workstation assessments and any follow-up actions required.

  • Take regular breaks from screen work and make adjustments to workstations when needed.

3.2   Risk Assessment

• Assessment Process:
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