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Display Screen Equipment (DSE) Online Course
£17.50 + £3.50 VAT
- FREE Workplace Assessment
- Assured by RoSPA Qualifications
- Certified by CPD
- Audio voiceover
- Approximate course duration 2 hours
- Downloadable certificate on completion
- 100% online training
Our online Display Screen Equipment training helps employees understand how to use DSE safely, set up their workstation correctly and reduce the risk of discomfort, aches and strains while working.
This DSE course covers the health risks associated with incorrect use of display screen equipment, including problems affecting the neck, shoulders, back, arms, wrists and hands, as well as eye strain and fatigue. Learners will develop practical knowledge they can apply when using DSE in the workplace or when working from home.
The DSE training course takes approximately 2 hours to complete. As the training is entirely online, learners can work through the course at their own pace.
Why is Display Screen Equipment (DSE) training important?
Poor posture and incorrect use of display screen equipment can contribute to health problems such as back pain, upper limb problems, repetitive strain injury (RSI), eye strain and fatigue.
Display Screen Equipment training helps employees understand how to use DSE safely and set up their workstation correctly. DSE training can also help employees recognise poor working practices and make practical adjustments to reduce the risk of discomfort and musculoskeletal problems when using display screen equipment.
Who is the DSE training course for?
The Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992 are designed to protect workers from health risks associated with the use of display screen equipment.
This online DSE training is suitable for employees who regularly use display screen equipment as part of their work, including people who use computers, laptops and other display screens in the workplace or while working from home.
Accredited Display Screen Equipment training
Our DSE course is assured by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA), providing independent assurance of the course content and quality.
The course is also accredited by the CPD Certification Service and meets recognised Continuing Professional Development (CPD) guidelines.
What will you learn from this DSE training?
By the end of this Display Screen Equipment training, you will be able to:
- Identify common examples of Display Screen Equipment (DSE).
- Understand the health risks associated with DSE work.
- Understand an employer’s responsibilities towards employees who use DSE.
- Understand what a DSE assessment is and why it is important.
- Recognise how a display screen should be positioned and set up.
- Understand good practice when using a keyboard.
- Understand good practice when using a mouse or similar input device.
- Understand how a workstation can be adjusted to help reduce fatigue and strain.
- Recognise how a chair should be set up for DSE work.
- Understand good practice when taking breaks from DSE work.
- Understand information relating to eyesight tests for DSE users.
DSE training – example course pages
Below you can view example screens from our online Display Screen Equipment course. They show how the DSE training content is presented and give you an idea of what to expect before you start.
Our DSE course includes practical guidance on using display screen equipment correctly, along with interactive activities designed to help learners reflect on their workstation setup and working habits.
(Click below to view example screens)
What does the Display Screen Equipment course cover?
Our DSE training course covers nine topics, helping learners understand the risks associated with display screen equipment and how to set up and use their workstation correctly.
1 – Working with DSE – The Risks
This topic identifies common examples of DSE found in the workplace. It explains an employer’s responsibilities relating to DSE and introduces DSE assessments and their purpose.
2 – The Keyboard
This topic explains when a separate keyboard may be required and explores good and poor keyboard techniques. It also covers correct hand positioning when using a keyboard for DSE work.
3 – Mice and Other Point-and-Click Devices
This topic explores good and poor practice when using a mouse and other point-and-click devices. It covers correct hand positioning and adjustments that can help you use these devices comfortably and accurately.
4 – The Display Screen
This topic explains how to position and maintain a display screen correctly. It covers screen cleaning, suitable colour and font combinations, screen positioning and ways to reduce glare.
5 – Your Workspace
This topic explores the features of a well-organised DSE workspace. It explains how to improve a cramped working area, optimise your workstation setup and position your workspace to minimise glare.
6 – The Chair
This topic describes the features of a suitable chair for Display Screen Equipment work. It explains correct sitting positions and how to adjust your chair to support a comfortable workstation setup.
7 – The Environment
This topic explores environmental factors that can contribute to upper limb disorders and explains practical ways to minimise the risks associated with these factors.
8 – Changes in Activity
This topic explains the importance of taking breaks and changing activities during DSE work. It explores suitable break-time activities and ways to help prevent fatigue while working.
9 – Eye Tests
This topic explains information relating to eye tests for DSE users, including who may be entitled to an eye test and circumstances in which an employer may need to pay for glasses.
How is the DSE course assessed?
Once you have completed all nine topics, you can take the online assessment. Questions are selected from question banks, so the assessment can vary each time you take it. This makes the DSE training suitable for both initial and refresher training.
There is no limit to the number of times you can attempt the assessment. If you answer a question incorrectly, you will receive helpful feedback to reinforce your understanding before trying again.
DSE course certificate
Once you have successfully completed the online DSE course and passed the assessment, you can download and print your certificate immediately.
Your certificate includes the relevant accreditation logos and provides evidence that you have successfully completed Display Screen Equipment training.
How long is the DSE training certificate valid?
Your DSE course certificate does not have an expiry date. However, we recommend refreshing your Display Screen Equipment training every 2 years to help keep your knowledge up to date. The recommended refresher date is shown on your course certificate.
Can DSE training provide evidence for SSIP accreditations?
Your Display Screen Equipment training certificate can provide evidence that the learner has completed DSE training, which may be useful when providing training records for SSIP accreditation schemes such as CHAS, SafeContractor and Constructionline.
However, requirements can vary between accreditation schemes and organisations. Each accreditation body will determine whether the training and supporting evidence meet its requirements.
DSE training course reviews
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DSE training FAQs
Display Screen Equipment (DSE) refers to devices and equipment that have a graphic or alphanumeric display screen. Examples include desktop computers, laptops, tablets, smartphones and other devices with display screens.
DSE training is relevant to employees who regularly use display screen equipment for work, whether they work in an office, from home or as part of a hybrid working arrangement. The training helps employees understand how to set up and use their workstation correctly and reduce the risks associated with DSE work.
Yes. You can purchase DSE training for multiple employees or your wider organisation. Our online DSE course allows employees to complete their training at their own pace, making it suitable for teams of different sizes and working arrangements. Bulk purchase discounts are available and are applied automatically at checkout.
Yes. Once you have completed the online DSE course and passed the assessment, you can download and print your certificate immediately. Your certificate provides evidence that you have successfully completed Display Screen Equipment training.
The online DSE course takes approximately 2 hours to complete. As the training is entirely online, you can work through the course at your own pace.
Related Health and Safety training
Alongside our Display Screen Equipment training, i2Comply provides a range of online health and safety courses to help organisations protect employee health, wellbeing and safety in the workplace.
Related training courses include:
- Stress in the Workplace Course
- Mental Health Awareness Course
- Manual Handling Awareness Course
- First Aid in the Workplace Course
- COSHH Awareness Training
- Working at Height Course
Explore our complete range of online health and safety training courses, or view our full range of online training courses.
Questions about our DSE training course?
Have a question about our DSE course before you buy? Our team will be happy to help. Simply view our contact options to get in touch.
You can also find answers to frequently asked questions about our online training courses in the Help & Knowledge Base.
Request a DSE training quote
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£17.50 + £3.50 VAT
Discounts Available For Bulk Purchases
| No. of total licenses | % saving |
|---|---|
| 1 - 9 | - |
| 10 - 19 | 10% |
| 20 - 49 | 20% |
| 50 - 99 | 25% |
| 100 - 199 | 30% |
| 200 - 499 | 40% |
| 500 - 999 | 50% |
| 1000 + | 60% |
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