Display screen equipment: workstation checklist

Display screen equipment (DSE) workstation checklist Risk factors Tick Things to consider Action to take answer Yes No 1 Keyboards Is the keyboard separate from This is a requirement, unless the the screen? task makes it impracticable (eg where there is a need to use a portable). Does the keyboard tilt? Tilt need not be built in Is it possible to find a Try pushing the display screen comfortable keying position? further back to create more room for the keyboard, hands and wrists. Users of thick, raised keyboards may need a wrist rest. Does the user have good Training can be used to prevent: keyboard technique? ■ hands bent up at the wrist; ■ hitting the keys too hard; ■ overstretching the fingers. Are the characters clear and Keyboards should be kept clean. If readable? characters still can’t be read, the keyboard may need modifying or replacing. Use a keyboard with a matt finish to reduce glare and/or reflection. 2