Who this training is for
Mandatory for all employees who:
- have no choice but to use the DSE to carry out their work
- normally use the DSE for continuous periods of more than one hour
- generally use the DSE on a daily basis
Mandatory for all managers who may have to undertake an employee workstation assessment.
Contact the Health and Safety helpdesk for more information or advice
This training is only available to HSE staff.
Training format
eLearning
Objectives
The aim of this module is to show how you can use display screen equipment (DSE) safely in your place of work
The module will help you to:
- define the terms DSE User and workstation
- describe the responsibilities of the employer and you, the employee, in relation to DSE use
- explain the term ergonomics and describe the risk associated with DSE use
- adjust your workstation to ensure you are comfortable and to reduce the risks from using DSE
Course content
Topic 1: Introducing display screen equipment (DSE)
Topic 2: Ergonomics and risks of injury from using DSE
Topic 3: Adjusting your workstation
Duration
40 minutes
How to book
Online via www.hseland.ie
Assessment
There is an online assessment to be completed.
Certification
An online certificate of completion will be issued.
Course code
DSE-SHST-018:01
Record system
LMS
Important
Following the completion of this module, your line manager must undertake a written risk assessment of your workstation in consultation with you.