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Health and Safety Services

Display Screen Equipment

The hazards associated with DSE are often underestimated.  But bad posture, poor ergonomic design and insufficient breaks can lead to discomfort and sometimes chronic disorders which will affect your home and working life.

As most of us will use DSE whilst at work, the University has recognised this fact and has committed itself to try and minimise risks arising from DSE use.  The University will provide suitable equipment, workstations, changes in activity, free eyesight tests and where necessary corrective glasses for its’ DSE users. 

It has also made attendance at the Staff Induction, which includes information on correct DSE use compulsory.  This will enable you to carry out your own DSE Self-Assessment to identify any problems.  In addition, your College / Department should also have its’ own DSE Assessor who will be able to help you.

The Display Screen Equipment Policy Standard sets criterion which the University expects all individuals and each College / Department to follow.   The associated Information Sheets provide guidance on how the requirements of the Policy Standard can be met and cover the following subject areas:

 

Minimum Standards for DSE (1)

DSE Self Assessment (5)

Health Problems - Your Questions Answered (2)

 Eyesight Test and Purchase of Corrective Appliances (Glasses) (6)

Hints and Tips - Preventing Health Problems (3)

Recording DSE Information (7)
Hints and Tips - Making Adjustments to suit your Needs (4) DSE Good Posture Poster (8)

 

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