Risk assessment computers_09
- 1. GENERAL RISK ASSESSMENT PROGRAMME AREA All Sites OPERATION BEING ASSESSED REF NO. RA 1 COMPUTER WORKSTATIONS PURPOSE/METHOD OF WORK (3) To use a VDU workstation for a variety of tasks, including word processing, accounting, record keeping, graphic design and general data input. Use of the computer may be via a keyboard, a mouse or both. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Switch on power to workstation. Run software appropriate to the task. Use keyboard or mouse to input information and commands Store data to floppy disk. Produce hardcopy of data documents. Shut down software package on completion of the task. Switch off power to workstation. SPECIFIC LEGISLATIVE REQUIREMENTS (4) Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations Health and Safety at Work etc. Act Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations Electricity at Work Regulations Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations CHEMICALS/MATERIALS INVOLVED (6) Screen Cleaner HSC NO. ASSESSMENT DATE LEVEL OF SKILL/TRAINING REQUIRED (5) Knowledge of operation of computer hardware and peripherals. Knowledge and understanding of the appropriate software. Knowledge of the outcome of any specific Display Screen Equipment assessments as required by the Regulations. SPECIFIC WORK EQUIPMENT PROVIDED (7) Computer with Monitor and Keyboard Optionally a mouse and a printer Other peripheral equipment
- 2. MAIN HAZARDS IDENTIFIED (8) WHO WILL BE AFFECTED (9) CONTROL MEASURES TO REDUCE THE RISK (10) Work Related Disorders VDU User Ensure workstation assessed in accordance with the Display Screen Equipment Regulations and complies with the Code of Practice on Visual Display Units. Ensure users are aware of basic requirements of Display Screen Equipment Regulations and have competence to adjust workstations to comply with the above. Stress/Fatigue/Eyestrain etc. VDU User Effects from use of chemicals VDU User Electrical Hazard VDU User Operators to follow varied work regime and take breaks away from the workstation and after every hour of continuous use. Ensure only approved substances and Safety Control Systems are used and assessments undertaken where required. Ensure user awareness regarding potential hazards from toner and instructions for safe use as outlined in health and safety control sheet. Toners replaced by trained personnel (Network Services). Ensure all electrical equipment tested in accordance with the PUWER Regulations. Equipment must not be powered permanently with four gang leads. All computers and peripherals should have individual socket outlets. Ensure that any member of staff or student without the relevant competencies does not interfere with, or attempt to make repairs to electrical equipment etc. MANUAL HANDLING RISK (11) Has a manual handling risk been identified NO Is the risk considered to be LOW Is a further detailed assessment required PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED (12) NO If the answer to the above question is YES a separate manual handling assessment will be required to fulfil the requirements of the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992. Is training and instruction required Is there need for special accommodation Is there need for test/examination Is all P. P. E. compatible FREQUENCY OF MONITORING (13) N/A 3 Months 6 Months 1 Year X Signed: Samantha Hampton Facilities Manager Date: 1 st April 2010 NO NO NO N/A ASSESSMENT REVIEW PERIOD > 1 Year < 1 Year 2 Years X 3 Years 4 Years >4 Years