Visual Display Unit (VDU) Assessment
Visual Display Unit (VDU) or Display Screen Assessments (DSE) Assessments are required under the 2007 General Application Regulations. It must be undertaken on all computer workstations where an employee will spend longer than 1 continuous hour per day on average or are basically habitual users of VDU / DSE equipment.
The purpose of the VDU/DSE Assessment is to assess the ergonomic suitability of the workstation, work equipment and surrounding environment and its compliance with the 2007 General Application Regulations in order to mitigate and prevent any Upper limb disorders and Musculoskeletal disorders
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We observe each user at their workstation which typically takes 20 - 30 minutes per user and provide a comprehensive VDU assessment report within 5 working days
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VDU Assessments should be undertaken at least every 2 years however the frequency would need to be increased should the employee change workstation or if a particular health compliant arose for example.
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A qualified VDU Assessor should complete the VDU Assessments. Where specific issues or underlying health complaints arise then a more experienced practitioner such as Health and Safety Consultant may be required.