In this blog, we look at the common issues a DSE Risk Assessments brings up and how, we at Acton Safety can help you.
Common issues identified in a DSE (Display Screen Equipment) assessment include:
Bad Posture: One of the most frequently encountered problems, bad posture can lead to severe back, neck, shoulder, or arm pain, and in some cases, spine disorders.
Severe Headaches: Long periods spent in front of a screen or screen glare can cause significant headaches.
Musculoskeletal Discomfort: Incorrect use of DSE or poorly set up workstations can result in discomfort in the back, neck, shoulders, arms, wrists, and hands.
Eye Strain and Visual Fatigue: DSE work can be visually demanding, leading to tired eyes, discomfort, temporary short-sightedness, and headaches.
Mental Stress: Both physical and social stressors at work may contribute to muscle and soft tissue tension, increasing the risk of injury.
Upper Limb Problems: Overuse or improper use of DSE can lead to upper limb problems, including conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome or tendonitis.
Backache: Poorly designed workstations or work environments can contribute to backache from overuse or improper use of DSE.
These issues highlight the importance of conducting thorough DSE assessments to identify and mitigate risks associated with DSE use, ensuring the health and well-being of employees.
Here at Acton Safety, we are specialists in undertaking DSE Risk Assessments throughout Wrexham, North Wales, Liverpool, Manchester and throughout the UK. If you would like to know more, you can call or email us and we will get back in touch to see how we can help.
How Acton Safety can help
Acton Safety has a superb record of undertaking DSE Assessments throughout the UK. Based from our offices in Wrexham, we predominatly cover the North Wales, Wirral and Liverpool areas but of course cover further afield in Manchester, Lancashire and Cheshire. However, we also cover the whole of the UK with our wider-team that are located throughout the UK.
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