ERGONOMIC ASSESSMENTS
why have AN ergonomic assessment?
Employers have a duty of care to employees and employees have a duty to themselves and others whilst at work.
When is an ergonomic assessment required?
Examples of triggers for ergonomic assessments include when there are new starters or a change of workstation, if someone is experiencing symptoms or managing a healthcare condition, or when an employee is returning to work after a period of sickness absence or medical procedure.
People of working age
If someone works or studies using computers or other display screen devices, drives for a living or spends part of their working time in a vehicle, or carries out repetitive or manual tasks as part of their work role - they benefit from good ergonomics at work.
Those living with health conditions or experiencing discomfort, pain or other symptoms when working can also benefit.
Anyone wanting to ‘future-proof’, to prevent health issues related to work and to work healthily and productively can benefit from ergonomic assessment.
Employers benefit by fulfilling their statutory duties to employees and supporting employees at all lifestages.
Children, students and older people
Good ergonomics benefit non-workers too.
Students, job-seekers and older people who are not working can likewise benefit from using good ergonomic set ups to support their wellbeing and optimise their health, whether studying for school, college, university or for pleasure, whether using computers or carrying out manual or automated tasks.
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Entry level assessment for employees using Display Screen Equipment (DSE)
Many companies carry out DSE assessments in house. If not, we can provide them either face to face in the locations we cover or virtually.
These assessments can also flag up employees who need further support via more specialised ergonomic assessment.
Employees are taken through each element of their workstation equipment to ensure that they are using what they need, and to identify any risks in line with government requirements.
Added value: Where possible adjustments are carried out, and we also give each person tips on optimal positioning.
Assessment time: 45 minutes per person
Where: face to face at the workstation or virtually
Contact us to book, for more information or a quote - fees are dependent on the number of DSE assessments booked.
Please note: We carry out a minimum of 3 face to face DSE assessments in one location per session.
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Specialised assessment for employees with an identified or reported health concern who use DSE
This assessment assesses all areas of the workstation and the associated environment, identifying any risks together with solutions in the light of the individual’s health condition(s).
With the consent of the company and individual, photos can be taken to support the advice given at the assessment and the recommendations made.
Where possible ergonomic adjustments are carried out on the day.
We provide bespoke recommendations including any relevant equipment needed to support the employee to carry out their work.
Added value: We also give individual advice on optimal positioning, posture and relevant activity as part of the assessment.
We may also signpost to appropriate exercise information.
Assessment time: 60 - 90 minutes depending on complexity
Where: face to face at the corporate or home office
We recommend that these assessments are carried out face to face, but for homeworkers, we can provided them virtually if needed - see section on Virtual Assessments.
We require additional information about the workstation prior to virtual assessments.
Fees may be amended for those not requiring a report, for instance if the person assessed is self-employed.
Contact us to book, for more information or a quote.
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Specialised assessment for employees who drive for a living, or as part of their role.
Vehicle layout, driver positioning and equipment used, including any manual handling requirements, are assessed.
Recommendations are made to support the individual in carrying out their work.
With the consent of the company and individual, photos can be taken to support the advice given at the assessment and any recommendations made.
Added value: Where possible adjustments are carried out on the day. We also give individual advice on optimal positioning and posture and relevant activity as part of the assessment.
Assessment time: 60 - 90 minutes per person
Where: face to face at the vehicle
Contact us to book, for more information or a quote.
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Specialised assessment for employees who work in areas other than offices
The working environment, the tasks the individual or individuals carry out and their working postures are observed and any associated risks are assessed.
Recommendations are made to support the individual(s) in carrying out their work.
With the consent of the company and individual, photos can be taken to support the advice given at the assessment and any recommendations made.
Added value: We also give individual advice on optimal positioning and posture and relevant activity as part of the assessment.
Assessment time: 60 - 90 minutes
Where: at the workplace
Contact us to book, for more information or a quote.
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Ergonomic assessment of a specific area as part of a planning process for a new workplace, or where changes are being made to an existing workplace
Layout, consideration of particular uses within workspaces, risk prevention and ergonomic equipment requirements are included.
Practical solutions are then recommended for all/any of these aspects of your ergonomic design or redesign.
This can be done in combination with other assessments for individual employees.
Assessment time: dependent on requirements
Where: at the workplace
Contact us for more information or a quote.
Fees may be amended if other ergonomic assessments are booked in for the same time period.
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Online Workstation Assessment
If face to face assessments aren’t possible or if virtual assessment is preferred, in some cases we can provide these virtually.
This assessment can either be:
the entry level DSE assessment
the Specialist Workstation Assessment
Assessment times:
60 minutes (DSE Assessment)
60-90’ (Specialised Workstation Assessment)
Contact us to book, or for more information or a quote.
Our fees for DSE assessments are dependent on the number of assessments booked.
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Specific assessment for employees who carry out manual handling
If you have a specific manual handling task, an injury hotspot or where there is the need for manual handling of either people or inanimate loads and want to prevent injury to your employees, we can assess the risks and advise you.
We can also carry out assessments for employees with an injury, health condition or disability where manual handling is part of their role.
Taking an ergonomic approach, any risks are assessed and practical solutions recommended together with any equipment that may be useful.
Added value: Where possible, any ergonomic adjustments are carried out on the day.
We also give each person tips on optimal positioning and posture.
Assessment time: dependent on complexity
Where: face to face at the workplace
Contact us for more information or a quote.
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Follow up appointments help to ensure best value from ergonomic assessments and any new equipment.
We follow up with you once everything is in place, to check the set up and to give postural recaps and advice on equipment use.
We can also offer ongoing support in the weeks following assessments for any questions or further/associated ergonomic requests.
Consultation time: dependent on requirements
Where: onsite or virtually if preferred
We will automatically offer follow up as part of your assessment quote, however you are free to decline.
Contact us with any questions.
