All employers must protect workers from the health risks of working with display screen equipment (DSE). Incorrect use of DSE or poorly designed workstations or work environments can lead to pain in necks, shoulders, backs, arms, wrists and hands, as well as fatigue and eye strain. Our guidance covers a range of topics including: workstations and assessments work routine and breaks eyesight testing There are also accessible resources including ourDSE workstation checklistand practical tips on maintaining a good posture. In addition, we have guidance on what employers and workers need to know about working with DSE from home. |
The property management company was sentenced after an employee fell 8 metres through a rooflight. The injured individual who was working as an asbestos surveyor suffered skull fractures as well as a bleed to the brain and multiple spine and rib fractures.He now uses a wheelchair. HSE's investigation found that the company did not provide a safe system for working at height on the external roof areas. They failed to ensure that the risks were identified and adequate precautions were in place. Read this press releasefor more details on this incident. Other recent prosecution cases include: Food company fined six-figure sum after worker loses arm Building firm fined after worker injured falling through collapsed floor Falls from height were the cause of most work-related fatalities in Britain during 2021/22. The most recent annual figuresrevealed that 29 workers were killed in falls from height last year. Make sure you take the necessary precautions and see ourworking at height websitefor guidance onhow you can protect employees. The site also has a range of useful information and sources of advice for employers. They include key messages to follow before working from height and somecommon work at height myths. There are alsouseful resourcesavailable, including our relevant publications which are free to download. |
HSE will continue to deliver a wide range of innovative and relevant training courses and events in 2023. Our training courses are delivered by experts, both virtually and in-person, to help organisations comply with the law and keep workforces healthy and safe.Find out more about HSE's training and events. Upcoming courses include: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) assessment
14-15 February, live online
Work-related stress: developing manager capability
15-16 February, live online
HSE inspectors' guide to risk management: risk assessment and control
21 February, HSE Science and Research Centre, Buxton | 