This is a two-day course that is suitable for individuals or organisations who wish to train staff members to carry out DSE/VDU workstation assessments.
Course Aim
The aim of the two-day VDU assessors course is to provide participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to carry out DSE/VDU assessments in the workplace.
Course Participants
Course participants would ideally be in a supervisory or management role in order to have the confidence and authority to carry out assessments in the workplace and to effect change where necessary.
They must be comfortable communicating with employees at all levels.
Course Content
- Relevant health and safety legislation
- Health effects from DSE/VDU work
- Office ergonomics
- DSE risk assessment process
- Practical workstation assessments
- Workstation furniture
- Workstation accessories
- Emerging issues such as increased laptop use, home working, desk sharing.
- Sample documentation
Methodology
- Short lectures to provide background information on relevant topics
- Group exercises and discussions
- Practical DSE workstation assessments
- Review of workstation accessories
- User trials of work chairs
Support Materials
Each participant will receive a comprehensive set of course notes and booklets.
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