What is Display Screen Equipment?
Related Courses Display screen equipment (DSE) is the term coined for devices and equipment that have a graphic or alphanumeric display screen. This includes PCs, laptops, tablets, smartphones and microfiche readers. Given the vast quantity of time that many workers spend in front of display screens, creating and maintaining a comfortable and healthy workspace is […]
What is a Display Screen Equipment Risk Assessment?
Display screen equipment (DSE) is any equipment or device that has an alphanumeric or graphic display screen. This includes PCs, laptops, smartphones and tablets. Regular DSE use is common in the workplace and whilst it has revolutionised business, it does come with risk. Regular, prolonged DSE use can cause musculoskeletal problems, eye tiredness, headaches and […]
What Exercises can you do to Reduce Fatigue, Pain and Discomfort?
A high proportion of workers spend the majority of their day sat at a desk looking at display screen equipment (DSE) such as PCs, laptops and smartphones. Whilst DSE use is not high-risk as such, the large proportion of time spent working with it can lead to the development of a multitude of health conditions. Musculoskeletal […]
What Are The Different Types of Incoterms?
Our Incoterms Courses Incoterms were developed and published by the International Chambers of Commerce (ICC) in 2009. Incoterms are the internationally identifiable acronyms used to establish the precise nature of the relationship between seller and buyer in any commercial transaction. These phrases are an efficient way of communicating the specific responsibilities assigned to each party […]
What are the Health Risks of Using Display Screen Equipment?
Related Courses Display screen equipment (DSE) is equipment with a graphic or alphanumeric display screen, e.g. PCs, laptops, smartphones and tablets. Regular use of DSE has been linked with the development of a number of health problems, the most common being musculoskeletal problems, headaches and eye fatigue. These consequences are not inevitable and in fact they […]
What are Export Controls?
Export Controls are restrictions imposed on the transfer of items from one country to another by any individual, company, government or public body. These controls are imposed to control the risks associated with exporting certain goods to certain countries. By managing trade in this way, we can help to prevent certain goods and technologies from […]
What Are Dual Use Items?
Dual use items are defined as goods, software or technology which can be used for both civil and military applications. Dual use items include materials, components or complete systems used in production or development of military goods and weapons of mass destruction. Some examples include night vision systems, parachutes, plant pathogens, bacteria and electronics components […]
What are Commodity Codes?
The export and import of goods is a lengthy process, mostly because goods need to cross borders to reach their destination. As part of the import-export activity, customer declarations must be completed. Requirements may differ from country to country, however, goods codes, usually known as commodity codes, need to be included on the form. For exports […]
What are the Display Screen Equipment Regulations 2002?
Related Courses The current governing legislation regarding the use of display screen equipment (DSE) for work purposes is the Display Screen Equipment Regulations 1992 as amended in 2002. DSE is equipment and devices with an alphanumeric or graphic display screen. This includes PCs, smartphones, tablets and laptops, all of which are commonplace in a work […]