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Quiz: Test your knowledge on DSE

12th May 202010th September 2019 by Eve Johnson

It is important to be up to date with your knowledge on DSE, so that you and others around you can be in a safe working environment. Have a go at our quiz and see if your knowledge is up to date!

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Which of the following environmental factors is more likely to present a negative effect to display screen equipment (DSE) users?

Workstation

Noise from nearby printers

Noise from the wind

Rain

Radiation from overhead cables

Correct! Wrong!

Which of the following is not a musculoskeletal injury, resulting from display screen equipment (DSE) work?

Trapped nerves (e.g. in the back)

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS), which is an upper limb disorder

Peritendinitis (i.e. acute muscle fatigue)

Visual fatigue

Correct! Wrong!

Which of the following is not a display screen equipment (DSE) assessor’s responsibility?

Workers talking

Working through the checklist, discussing each risk factor, and clarifying any uncertainties

Recognising risky workstations, environments and work practices

Employing DSE users

Providing training and feedback to users

Correct! Wrong!

Which of the following is not a control measure, to reduce the risk of theft and mugging?

Worker at her desk

Lone workers to avoid carrying or using equipment in areas, where theft or mugging is likely

Using a laptop in a public place

Avoid leaving or using portable DSE equipment in a parked car

Avoid carrying around portable display screen equipment (DSE) equipment in luggage with the manufacturer or brand printed on it

Correct! Wrong!

Does a record of the risk assessment need to be kept?

Workers sat talking

No, never

Yes, every time

Yes, if there are 5 or more persons employed

No, unless the users want to keep a copy

Correct! Wrong!

How should a mouse be used safely?

Worker using mouse and keyboard

By stretching out one arm

By pressing the buttons hard

By positioning the mouse close to the keyboard, so that it is easy to reach, and can be used with a straight wrist

By gripping onto it tightly

Correct! Wrong!

Which of the following is not classified as a workstation?

Worker typing on keyboard

Mobile workers

Persons situated in a fixed workplace

Display screen equipment (DSE) provided for public use (e.g. a cash machine, or computer in a library)

Home workers

Correct! Wrong!

Quiz: Test your knowledge on DSE

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About the author

Eve Johnson

Eve has worked at CPD from the start, she organises the course and blog production, as well as supporting students with any problems they may have and helping them choose the correct courses. Eve is also studying for her Business Administration Level 3 qualification. Outside of work Eve likes to buy anything with flamingos on it, catching up with friends, spending time with her family and occasionally going to the gym!

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