Are You Sitting Correctly? DSE Assessments

All office workers spend up to eight hours a day sitting on the job at their workstation. Then we sit in a car on the way home, at dinner, in front of TV and computer at home, etc. Needless to say, that we need to be sitting correctly to avoid discomfort and even injuries. Below you`ll find a checklist that will help you set up your DSE (Display Screen Equipment) workstation correctly: 

Monitor –

  1. Are characters clear?
  2. Is image stable?
  3. Are brightness and contrast adjustable?
  4. Is screen free from reflective glare?
  5. Has the screen got a swivel and tilt mechanism?

Keyboard –

  1. Has your keyboard got a matt surface?
  2. Are all symbols on the keys adequately contrasted?
  3. Is the keyboard tiltable and separate from the screen?
  4. Do you have plenty of space in front of the keyboard?

Desk –

  1. Has your desk got a low-reflective surface?
  2. Is there adequate space to find a comfortable position?
  3. Have you got a document holder?

Chair –

  1. Is it stable?
  2. Is seat adjustable in height?
  3. Is the seat back adjustable in height and tilt?
  4. Do you need a footrest?

And... don`t forget about proper lighting, temperature and humidity.

A few general tips:

  1. Don`t cross your legs
  2. Place both feet flat on the ground or use a footrest
  3. Ensure that your knees are lower than your hips
  4. Adjust your chair so that it supports your lower back
  5. Take regular breaks from your workstation

How can we help?

VDU/DSE Assessments

Ergonomics Assessments

Pregnant Employees Risk Assessments

Manual Handling Risk Assessments

Manual Handling Training

Safety Statement