VDU workstation risk assessment checklist
Using checklist such that shown below the more extensive checklist
shown the HSE book ‘VDUs, Easy Guide the Regulations’ one
way assess workstation risks. The back should be
held straight with the shoulders relaxed. ‘yes’ response means that
no further action necessary but ‘no’ response will indicate that further
follow-up action required reduce eliminate risks user.1 Are the characters readable? Y/N
1.
The arms the chair obstructions under the desk must not prevent the
user from getting close enough the keyboard comfortably.
Risk factors are grouped under five headings and each question the user
should initially give simple yes/no response. the display screen image clear?
1.5 the screen free from glare and reflections? Y/N
.
INFORMATION
Good employers, who comply with the Display Screen Equipment
Regulations, should let their employees know what care has been taken to
reduce the risk their health and safety work.4 Does the screen swivel and tilt? Y/N
1.3 Are brightness and contrast adjustable? Y/N
1. Users should given
information on:
● the health and safety relating their particular workstations
● the risk assessments carried out and the steps taken reduce risks
● the recommended break times and changes activity reduce
risks
● the company procedures for obtaining eye and eyesight tests.2 the image free flicker and movement? Y/N
1.
1.
● The small the back supported the chair.Basic Electrical Installation Work
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● Feet are placed flat the floor too much pressure the backs of
legs and knees may mean that footrest needed. You not have to, but many employers
find convenient method.
This information might communicated workers by:
● telling staff, for example, part induction programme
● circulating booklet leaflet relevant staff
● putting the information notice board
● using computer-based information system, provided staff are
trained their use
