VDU/DSE Risk Assessor Training Course
Our VDU/DSE Risk Assessor Training Course is the ideal course for HR personnel, managers, supervisors, manual handling instructors or other staff who are in the position to assess the risk of computer workstations. The course gives learners the skills necessary to carry out VDU/DSE risk assessments in compliance with current regulations. The course is highly interactive and will use practical assessment.
The Irish Legislation states that the employer is required to undertake Visual Display Unit (VDU) (DSE) Assessments on all computer workstations where an employee will spend longer than 1 hour per day.
COURSE CONTENT:
The course covers a number of topics including:
- Legislation
- Ergonomics and Anthropometrics
- Occupational Injuries
- Hazard Identification
- Ergonomic Factors
- Health Promotion
- Case studies, group discussion
- Practical Workshop
- Assessment Techniques
All candidates must have a good understanding of oral and written English.
Course objectives
By the end of this course learners will:
- Understand the requirements of the 2007 General Application Regulations
- Complete a VDU / DSE risk assessment with the end user
- Assist in formulating your company policy on VDU / DSE safe work practice
- Have a greater understanding of the hazards & associated risks from working with a VDU / DSE
- Assist in the prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders associated with VDU / DSE usage
