Assessments

In the context of the workplace, enablement is the practice of providing employees with everything they need to do their jobs and carry out their tasks despite any disability or impairment they might have. Enablement assessments focus on identifying tools, adjustments and support that empower employees to perform their roles at their full potential. This could include ergonomic equipment, assistive technology or tailored workplace adjustments.

A workplace needs assessment is a structured evaluation of an employee’s work environment to identify ergonomic risks, accessibility challenges, and productivity barriers. Our workplace needs assessment is a structured evaluation conducted in partnership with an individual to understand their skills, role, and specific needs within their work environment. The assessment aims to identify any barriers to productivity, including ergonomic risks, accessibility challenges, and learning differences. By understanding these needs, the assessment informs the creation of a personalised package of reasonable adjustments.

Workplace needs assessments not only help organisations ensure compliance with health and safety regulations but also improve employee wellbeing, reduce absenteeism, boost employee engagement and increase overall productivity. They also help businesses make informed decisions about ergonomic equipment and workplace improvements.

DSE stands for Display Screen Equipment, which includes computers, laptops, tablets, and other screen-based devices used for work. DSE users refer to workers who use DSE daily for prolonged periods of time. According to the Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations, employers must protect workers from the health risks of working with display screen equipment.

A DSE assessment evaluates an employee’s workstation setup and offers advice to ensure that their screen, keyboard, chair, desk, and other elements support good posture and reduce the risk of musculoskeletal disorders. We provide both virtual DSE workstation assessments and in-person DSE assessments.

A DSE chair is a DSE-compliant ergonomic office chair designed to support good posture, reduce strain, and improve comfort for employees using display screen equipment. These chairs often feature adjustable lumbar support, armrests, and seat height to accommodate different users.

Yes, in many industries, DSE assessments and general risk assessments are legally required under health and safety regulations. Businesses must ensure that employees have a safe and ergonomically sound work environment.

Workplace assessments can be conducted:

• When an employee joins the company or changes roles
• If an employee reports discomfort or health issues
• When new equipment or furniture is introduced
• Regularly, as part of ongoing health and safety reviews, to ensure the adjustments made are effective and suitable. That’s why, alongside enablement assessments, we also offer an assistive technology and reasonable adjustments review.

If you're looking for the most comprehensive workplace needs assessment, our holistic assessment is the best choice. This option is designed to address a range of neurodiverse conditions and may also cover musculoskeletal issues.

Our expert team will take a person-centred approach by carefully listening to each individual to identify their strengths and recommend a tailored, reasonable adjustment package. Our recommendations may cover strategy training, technology, software, hardware and ergonomic solutions.