Display Screen Equipment (DSE) Assessor Training
Build internal DSE capability. Strengthen compliance. Reduce risk.
Display Screen Equipment (DSE) Assessor Training
Build internal capability. Meet compliance standards. Reduce workplace risk. Attention
Poor workstation setups drive musculoskeletal issues, eye strain, and lost productivity. If you want to manage Display Screen Equipment (DSE) risks in-house—and stay aligned with UK HSE guidance—this one-day Display Screen Equipment (DSE) Assessor Training equips your team to assess, improve, and document DSE workstations with confidence.
Delivered on your premises by a Chartered Ergonomist (CIEHF), the course blends practical assessment skills with ergonomics best practice tailored to your environment. Live online delivery is available for distributed teams.
What Your Team Will Learn
- Carry out consistent DSE risk assessments aligned with UK DSE Regulations and HSE guidance
- Identify common ergonomic risks and discomfort triggers (posture, reach, lighting, screen glare)
- Know when to escalate complex cases to a specialist ergonomist
- Advise confidently on equipment, layout, and reasonable adjustments for office, hybrid, and home workers
- Produce clear, actionable DSE assessment reports for managers and staff
Who this DSE assessor course is for
Health & Safety managers/advisors, HR and People teams, Facilities, Line Managers, Team Leaders, H&S reps—anyone responsible for DSE risk management and wellbeing.
Prerequisites
- No formal prerequisites.
- Helpful: basic H&S awareness and familiarity with office IT.
- For live online delivery: camera/mic and access to a workstation to practice adjustments.
“The Chartered Ergonomist made the training highly practical and engaging. Our team now has the tools and confidence to complete high-quality DSE assessments in-house.”
Business benefits
- Reduce risk of work-related injuries (RSI, back/neck pain, eye strain)
- Cut absenteeism and presenteeism; boost productivity and focus
- Avoid unnecessary equipment spend with targeted recommendations
- Strengthen compliance and build a proactive health & safety culture across sites and hybrid teams
Course format & details (one day, 09:30–16:00)
- Primary delivery: on your premises (UK-wide) by a CIEHF-registered Chartered Ergonomist
- Alternative: live online for distributed teams (on request)
- Highly practical: real-world workstation assessments with coached feedback
- Tailored to your roles, equipment, and policies
- Ideal for small groups to maximise hands-on practice (group size agreed in advance)
Module breakdown
- Introduction & Background – Purpose of DSE assessments, legal duties, roles & responsibilities
- Wellbeing & Ergonomics – How ergonomics influences comfort, fatigue, and performance
- Anatomy & Physiology – Body mechanics for seated and sit-stand work
- Anthropometry – Applying body measurements to fit the task, user, and equipment
- Ergonomics (DSE) Task Assessment – Step-by-step method and documentation
- Environment: Noise, Thermal, Lighting – Practical controls for glare, reflections, thermal comfort, and noise
- Equipment Selection & Setup – Chairs, screens, keyboards, pointing devices, laptop stands, footrests, sit-stand desks
- Practical Workstation Assessment – Live assessments, coaching, and report-writing practice
Why DSE assessor training matters
Poor workstation setup contributes to musculoskeletal disorders, eye strain, fatigue, and reduced productivity. Relying solely on basic checklists or self-assessments often leads to inconsistent outcomes and unnecessary equipment spend.
This course enables your organisation to manage DSE risks in-house, aligned with UK DSE Regulations and HSE guidance, using practical, defensible assessment methods.
What your team will learn
By the end of the course, delegates will be able to:
- carry out consistent DSE risk assessmentsaligned to UK regulations and HSE guidance
- identify common workstation risks (posture, reach, screen height, lighting, glare)
- advise confidently on layout, equipment, and reasonable adjustments
- know when to escalate complex casesto a specialist ergonomist
- produce clear, actionable DSE assessment reportsfor staff and managers
Who this course is for
- Health & Safety managers and advisors
- HR and People teams
- Facilities and workplace teams
- Line managers and team leaders
- DSE assessors and wellbeing champions
Prerequisites:
No formal prerequisites. Basic H&S awareness and familiarity with office IT is helpful.
Course format & delivery
- Duration:1 day (09:30–16:00)
- Delivery:
- On-site (UK-wide) by a CIEHF-registered Chartered Ergonomist
- Live online option available for distributed teams
- Style:Highly practical, small-group learning with coached assessments
What’s covered (module overview)
- DSE regulations, duties and responsibilities
- Ergonomics, wellbeing and performance at work
- Anatomy & physiology for seated and sit–stand work
- Anthropometry: fitting the workstation to the user
- Step-by-step DSE task assessment and documentation
- Environment: lighting, glare, thermal comfort, noise
- Equipment selection and setup (chairs, screens, input devices, accessories)
- Practical workstation assessments with live coaching and report-writing
Outcomes & certification
On completion, delegates will be competent to conduct workplace DSE assessments and produce clear reports that support comfort, productivity, and compliance.
Each delegate receives a Certificate of Competence.
Business benefits
- Reduced risk of RSI, back/neck pain, and eye strain
- Lower absenteeism and presenteeism
- Fewer unnecessary equipment purchases
- Stronger compliance and audit readiness
- Consistent DSE approach across sites and hybrid teams
Why train with Morgan Maxwell?
Delivered by Chartered Ergonomists (CIEHF)
Evidence-based, aligned with HSE guidance and ergonomics standards
On-site delivery tailored to your environment and policies
Practical tools, templates and techniques you can use immediately
Multiple ergonomics training courses available.
Bring Display Screen Equipment (DSE) Assessor Training to your team.
Enquire & book: Tell us your location, delegate numbers, and preferred dates.
Optional add-ons (post-training support)
- DSE Risk Assessments: Chartered Ergonomist-led assessments (up to 15/day)
- Office Ergonomics Walkthroughs: Up to 25 desks per day
- Ergonomic Workstation Assessment: For complex discomfort or return-to-work cases
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The course is aligned with UK Display Screen Equipment Regulations and HSE guidance.
Delegates receive a Certificate of Competence confirming their ability to perform DSE assessments.
No. The course builds knowledge from fundamentals through to practical assessment.
Yes. On-site delivery is preferred. Live online delivery is also available.
Yes. The course covers office, hybrid, and home workstation assessments.
No. Complex cases should still be escalated to a specialist ergonomist.
Group size is agreed in advance to ensure effective hands-on practice.
Yes. Delegates receive practical templates and guidance to use immediately.