This course fulfils an employer’s statutory training obligation in accordance with The Health & Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations. You’ll learn how to correctly setup display screen equipment to reduce work related injury.
Anyone who uses a screen (such as any of the below) for more than one hour a day is technically a ‘user’ that falls under the above regulation. This means you are liable for their safety whilst using the equipment and must undertake specific procedures to protect them.
Examples of display screen equipment:
- Computer or laptop monitor
- Tablet
- Phones
- TVs
- CNC control panels
- Portable diagnostic screens
- Equipment with CRTs
This course will teach you everything you need to know and give take you through the practical steps you must implement to protect your workforce. Furthermore, it will clearly lay out the different responsibilities that both employers and employees have in relation to display screen equipment.
What are the benefits of this course?
This course is approved and certified by the iiRSM (the International Institute of Risk & Safety Management).
In 2019, the HSE reported the following:
- 1.4 million people suffered from work-related illnesses
- 147 workers were killed on-the-job
- There were 550,000 workplace injuries
- £15 billion (approx.) was spent on work-related injuries
Course Modules
| Module | Module Name | Pass % |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction |
70 |
| 2 | Legislation |
70 |
| 3 | Protecting Your Body |
70 |
| 4 | Adjusting Your Chair |
70 |
| 5 | Adjusting Your Screen |
70 |
| 6 | Work Arrangements |
70 |
| 7 | Adjusting the Layout of Your Workstation |
70 |
| 8 | Adjusting Your Work Environment |
70 |
Duration
50 minutes
Why Choose DDR Consultants
We are a provider of online health and safety training courses and accredited by leading industry organisations. For example, our courses are accredited and approved by a variety of bodies including RoSPA, IATP, CPD, iiRSM and Gatehouse Awards.
In addition to being recognised by leading organisations, we offer you the flexibility to complete our courses at a time that is convenient to you from any location with Internet access. Upon completion you will also receive a certificate stating your results.
Recommended System Requirements
- Browser: Up to date web browser
- Video: Up to date video drivers
- Memory: 1Gb+ RAM
- Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)
