Occupational Health + Safety Services

DSE/VDU Risk Assessor

Testimonial

"Excellent course, Mary provided great variety in the teaching method from theory to practical and putting it all into context! Thank you"
Smart Bay Ireland

"If you are interested in helping people create healthier environments and ways to live in their workplace I would highly recommend this course. The course will enable you to feel confident about helping other people"
Olive

"It needs to be done if you are working in a DSE/VDU Workstation. It will save you lots of problems"
Alazne

"Highly recommend, excellent tutor, interactive course and very informative"
V.O

"Very beneficial, very well presented and great info and documents are provided"
JD

"Mary went beyond the base regulations and teaches in such a way that the learner feels inspired to help the employees during their risk assessment"
Jan

"Very satisfied with the course. Feel I have learned a lot regards good posture and now have a better understanding of all legal requirements associated with DSE/VDU. I also feel I will be a lot more confident carrying our DSE/VDU assessments for my company."
C Snype

"Engaging and interesting course. Nice small class size. Trainer open to questions and wishing to elaborate / explain concepts in more detail if needed."
K.D.

Overview

This course has been designed to give learners the skills to carry out competent ergonomic assessments of display screen equipment (DSE/VDU) workstations. Learners will gain a thorough understanding of why ergonomic assessments are necessary, and the techniques to use. The course:

• Contains relevant theoretical knowledge and associated skills
• Follows a learner-centred approach in order to maximise understanding
• Features group projects and exercises
• Is backed up by resource material and direct input from the tutor
• On-line training includes HOME WORKSTATION RISK ASSESSMENTS
• On-line training includes follow-up support via email

Aim

The Aim of the course is to produce learners with the necessary knowledge, skills and confidence to make a significant contribution to an organisation’s health and safety performance with respect to DSE and workstations.

Learning Objectives

By the end of the course, learners should be able to

1. List and explain the main requirements of relevant legislation – including the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, Safety Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 Chapter 5 Part 2 Display Screen Equipment - as they relate to:
   • The definition of the DSE/VDU users and operators
   • What constitutes DSE/VDU and what comprises a DSE/VDU workstation
   • The minimum requirements for DSE/VDU workstations
   • The principles of risk assessments and how to apply them to a DSE/VDU workstation
   • The training and information needed for DSE/VDU users and operators
   • The need for eye and eyesight testing for DSE/VDU users and operators
   • The records needed for DSE/VDU workstations, users and operators
2. Describe the possible harmful effects to the eyes, musculoskeletal system, nervous system, and psychological wellbeing of people that may be caused by the use of DSE.
3. Carry out risk assessments, identify techniques for reducing risk and make recommendations for corrective action to minimise harm that may be caused to DSE users and operators
4. Demonstrate appropriate sitting postures and identify harmful postures and use
5. Appreciate how DSE/VDU assessment is an integral part of overall health and safety management in an organisation.
6. Carry out a Home DSE/VDU Workstation Risk Assessment remotely.

How you will learn

The course will maximize your understanding of assessing risks for computer users through a combination of : group projects and exercises; learning supported by resource material and direct input from the tutor. To optimise benefits to learners, programme numbers will be restricted to 6 learners.

Assessment

An open book examination will be completed by learners at the end of the programme.

Certification

Successful learners will be awarded an O H S S certificate DSE Risk Assessor

For further information on any aspect of this programme, please contact:
Mary Murphy 091-441637