Display Screen EquipmentRisk Assessment Record

Workstation Number and User Name:
Assessor’s Name:
Date: / Review Date:
Display Screen
Risk Factor / Circle/Delete / Comments
Are the characters clear and readable? / Yes / No
Are screen cleaning materials available? / Yes / No
Is the image stable and free from flicker? / Yes / No
Is the screen large enough for its intended use? / Yes / No
Are the brightness and/or contrast adjustable? / Yes / No
Does the screen swivel and tilt? / Yes / No
Is the screen free from glare and reflections? / Yes / No
Are adjustable window coverings provided and in good condition? / Yes / No
Keyboard
Risk Factor / Circle/Delete / Comments
Is the keyboard separate from the screen? / Yes / No
Does the keyboard tilt? / Yes / No
Is there enough room to adopt a comfortable position? / Yes / No
Are the characters on the keys easily readable? / Yes / No
Are keyboard cleaning materials available? / Yes/No
Software
Risk Factor / Circle/Delete / Comments
Is the software suitable for the task? / Yes / No
Have users had appropriate training in use of software? / Yes / No
Input Device (Mouse, Trackball etc.)
Risk Factor / Circle/Delete / Comments
Is the device suitable for the tasks it is used for? / Yes / No
Is the device positioned close to the user? / Yes / No
Is their support for the device user’s wrist and forearm? / Yes / No
Can the device work smoothly at a speed that suits the user? / Yes / No
Is the surface suitable for the device? / Yes / No
Can the user easily adjust software settings for speed/accuracy of pointer? / Yes / No
Furniture
Risk Factor / Circle/Delete / Comments
Is the work surface large enough for all necessary equipment, papers etc? / Yes / No
Are there sufficient numbers of power/telephone sockets? / Yes / No
Can the user comfortably reach all equipment/papers etc? / Yes / No
Is a document holder needed? / Yes / No
Are surfaces free from glare/reflection? / Yes / No
Is the chair suitable? / Yes / No
Is the chair stable? / Yes / No
Does the chair have a working seat back height and tilt adjustment? / Yes / No
Does the chair have a working seat height adjustment? / Yes / No
Does the chair have a working swivel mechanism? / Yes / No
Does the chair have castors? / Yes / No
Does the user know how to adjust the chair? / Yes / No
Is the small of the back supported by the chair’s backrest? / Yes / No
Furniture Continues
Risk Factor / Circle/Delete / Comments
Are forearms horizontal and eyes roughly level with the top of the VDU? / Yes / No
Are feet flat on the floor? / Yes / No
Is a footrest required? / Yes / No
Environment
Risk Factor / Circle/Delete / Comments
Is there enough room to change position and vary movement? / Yes / No
Are cables positioned safely to avoid trip hazards? / Yes / No
Is the lighting suitable? / Yes / No
Does the air feel comfortable (not too dry)? / Yes / No
Are levels of heat comfortable? / Yes / No
Are levels of noise comfortable? / Yes / No
Other Issues
Risk Factor / Circle/Delete / Comments
Has the checklist covered all problems that user has? / Yes / No
Has the user experienced any pain or discomfort from work on the VDU? / Yes / No
Has the user been advised of their entitlement to free eye tests? / Yes / No
Is the user able to take regular breaks from the VDU? / Yes / No
Has the user been given instruction on how to set up their workstation safely? / Yes / No

Further Action Required

Action / Assigned to / Target Date / Date completed

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