Display Screen Equipment
Learn how to use display screen equipment safely, assess workstation risks, improve posture, and reduce the risk of musculoskeletal discomfort.
Overview
This course provides information for the safe use of display screen equipment in the workplace and at home. It includes a workstation assessment to help learners understand potential hazards and determine whether they may be at risk.
Who is it For
Anyone who regularly uses computers, screens, laptops, or other display screen equipment as part of their work.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of the course, learners will be able to:
- Outline what Display Screen Equipment means and its potential hazards
- Describe common health and safety issues associated with DSE
- Describe laws and regulations concerning DSE
- Describe upper limb disorders associated with DSE
- Explain good posture and prevention of musculoskeletal disorders
- Describe the workstation risk assessment process
- Explain correct mouse use
- Explain correct screen use
- Explain correct use of portable computers
- Discuss case studies involving DSE-related health issues
Course Content
The course includes topics such as:
- DSE definitions and hazards
- Common DSE health issues
- Workstation risk assessment
- Posture and musculoskeletal disorders
- Mouse, screen and laptop use
- Workstation setup
- Case studies
Assessment
Learners are assessed through knowledge checks and assessment questions throughout the course.
Certificate
Successful completion of the course will result in a certificate of completion issued by RelyOn.