Display Screen Equipment (DSE) Walkaround Service
For any employees classed as a Display Screen Equipment (DSE) user where the DSE Display Screen Equipment Regulations 1992 (amended 2002) apply.
DISPLAY SCREEN EQUIPMENT (DSE) WALKAROUND SERVICE
A Display Screen Equipment (DSE) service to help you meet your wellbeing and legal requirements.
This service involves a PAM Group DSE Assessor visiting on site to areas where there are various workstations. The DSE Assessor will walk around initially observing any significant issues/ risks and have conversations with the users to identify if they have any Musculoskeletal (MSK) issues.
IN PERSON SERVICE
DSE walkaround Service
Where any MSK issues are noticed, we will provide recommendations of colleagues who may need a more detailed DSE assessment and should be referred for a DSE or Ergonomic Workstation (EWSA) Assessment. We will also provide them with some basic advice.
Features
Written report
A report detailing any observations made during the visit, advice shared with employees and recommendations for enhancements and employees who may benefit from a further individual assessment.
Employee education
During the service employees will receive advice on h w best to use their equipment, including how to adjust their posture and the importance of taking breaks and managing their DSE in the long term.
Legal compliance
Our DSE services ensure compliance with legal requirements. It helps you to reduce the risk of ergonomic and musculoskeletal (MSK) issues and injuries related absence and productivity issues.
IF FURTHER SUPPORT IS NEEDED
DSE walkaround service actions
If the employee is already experiencing an issue, PAM Physio Solutions can signpost them to suitable services, or their GP where necessary.
Physio Triage Line (PhIL) – our helpline is run by experienced physios, to give advice and exercises to help employees affected by an MSK issue.
PAM Pocket Physio – our employee wellbeing app featuring expert videos and tuition, including physical exercise and physio tips, based on their individual needs.
PAM Assist – an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing round-the-clock advice on issues including mental health and work-life balance.
We also provide a clinically backed range of ergonomic equipment at PAM Ergonomics, where we work with you and the employee to make sure the set-up is appropriate.
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What is the purpose of a display screen equipment assessment?
Who needs a display screen equipment assessment?
The display screen equipment regulations 1992 requires employees using DSE for over an hour at a time to have a DSE assessment. Our DSE workstation risk assessment will review their workstation, including equipment and surrounding space of their equipment, legroom, lighting, screen, keyboard, chair and footrest. The employee’s role and ability to take regular breaks, whether at home or office-based, is also assessed. Taking into account any existing or previous injuries.