As the modern workplace evolves, with more employees working remotely, employers must extend their duty of care to home workers. Aptobility recognises the importance of safeguarding the health, safety, and welfare of all employees, including those who work from home. Our Home Worker DSE (Display Screen Equipment) assessments ensure that remote employees have a compliant workstation setup, promoting comfort, productivity, and wellbeing.
Understanding Home Worker DSE Assessments
DSE assessments are essential for ensuring that remote employees have a safe and ergonomic workstation setup. Aptobility’s assessors conduct thorough evaluations of home workspaces, considering factors such as chair ergonomics, screen positioning, lighting, electrical equipment, and general workspace layout. By identifying potential hazards and ergonomic issues, we help employers mitigate risks and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
Key Considerations
Workstation Setup: Assessors evaluate the overall setup of the home workspace, including desk height, chair ergonomics, and screen positioning, to promote proper posture and reduce the risk of musculoskeletal issues.
Equipment Quality: We assess the quality and suitability of equipment, such as monitors, keyboards, chairs, computers, and printers, to ensure they meet ergonomic standards and provide adequate support for remote employees.
Environmental Factors: Lighting levels, glare, noise levels, and general comfort are considered to create a conducive working environment that minimises distractions and promotes focus and concentration.
Health and Safety Compliance: We ensure that home workstations comply with health and safety regulations, including those related to DSE usage, to protect the health and welfare of remote employees.
Including PAT Testing
Additionally, Aptobility will also conduct Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) when performing DSE assessments. PAT testing ensures the electrical safety of portable appliances, further enhancing the safety of home workstations and compliance with health and safety regulations.
