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DSE Assessor Course — professional training course UK

DSE Assessor Course

Accredited SafeCert Qualification — DSE Regulations 1992

1 Day
Accredited
£250 + VAT

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Accredited DSE Assessor Course

DSE assessor course participants conducting workstation risk assessments for display screen equipment UK

This accredited DSE (Display Screen Equipment) Assessor Award is designed for professionals who need to conduct workstation assessments, identify ergonomic risks, and ensure compliance with the Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992.

Upon completion, you will receive a SafeCert DSE Assessor Award and a complimentary PDLSG teaching qualification, enabling you to conduct DSE assessments and deliver DSE awareness training in your organisation.

The course is available at venues across the UK and via live Zoom. In-house delivery is available for office-based organisations with 6 or more delegates.

What You'll Learn on the DSE Assessor Course

DSE Regulations 1992 and Legal Requirements
Health Risks Associated with DSE Use
Ergonomic Principles for Workstation Design
Workstation Assessment Process
Chair and Desk Adjustment
Monitor Positioning and Screen Settings
Keyboard, Mouse, and Input Device Setup
Lighting and Glare Reduction
Remote and Home Working DSE Assessments
DSE Assessment Documentation

Who Should Attend the DSE Assessor Course

HR and Occupational Health Professionals
Health & Safety Officers
Office Managers and Facilities Managers
IT and Workplace Technology Managers
Remote Working Coordinators
Line Managers with Office-Based Teams
Ergonomics Consultants
Workplace Wellbeing Coordinators

DSE Assessor Course Dates & Locations

DSE Assessor Course UK - accredited Display Screen Equipment workstation assessor qualification

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Why teach DSE (Display Screen Equipment)?

DSE regulations require all UK employers to assess workstations for employees who regularly use display screen equipment. Qualified DSE assessors are essential in every office environment.

8 million

Workers use display screen equipment daily in the UK

480,000

Workers suffer from work-related upper limb disorders each year

45%

Of all work-related musculoskeletal disorders are DSE-related conditions

£3.1 billion

Annual cost of DSE-related conditions to UK businesses

1 in 3

DSE users have never had a proper workstation assessment

95%

Of DSE conditions are preventable with proper assessment and training

Source: HSE / ACAS Statistics 2023/24

Why Choose Abertay Training for Your DSE Assessor Qualification?

Recognised Qualification

Accredited course meeting UK regulations. Accepted by employers across the UK.

Complete Training Resources

Includes PowerPoint presentations, lesson plans, and assessment forms so you can start teaching immediately.

Expert Instructors

Learn from experienced professionals with extensive backgrounds in their specialist field and adult education.

Flexible Locations

Available at 10+ UK venues and fully online via live Zoom. In-house training available for groups of 6 or more.

DSE Assessor Course FAQs

DSE assessor adjusting computer workstation ergonomics for an office workerThe Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992 (as amended 2002) require employers to assess the risks to 'users' of display screen equipment (DSE) — defined as workers who habitually use DSE as a significant part of their normal work. Employers must analyse workstations to assess and reduce risks, ensure workstations meet minimum requirements, plan work to provide breaks or changes of activity, arrange eye tests on request, and provide training and information. Failure to comply can result in HSE enforcement action.
There is no single mandatory qualification for DSE assessors in UK law, but employers must ensure assessments are carried out by a 'competent person'. The Abertay Training DSE Assessor Award provides the formal qualification that demonstrates your competence. After qualifying, you can carry out workstation assessments for your own organisation or as a consultant for other organisations.
Your DSE Assessor certificate is valid for 3 years from the date of issue. DSE regulations and ergonomic best practice are updated periodically, so renewal training ensures your knowledge remains current. Abertay Training will send you a renewal reminder as your expiry date approaches.
The most common health problems associated with DSE use include: upper limb disorders (ULDs) such as repetitive strain injury (RSI), carpal tunnel syndrome, and tendinitis; neck and back pain from poor posture; eye strain, headaches, and visual fatigue; and stress and fatigue from poor workstation design or excessive screen time. Many of these conditions are preventable with a properly conducted workstation assessment and appropriate adjustments.
A DSE workstation assessment covers: the display screen (size, resolution, brightness, glare); the keyboard and mouse (position, type, adjustability); the desk and work surface (height, space, cable management); the chair (height, back support, armrests, seat depth); the working environment (lighting, temperature, noise, space); and the individual's working patterns (break frequency, task variety, posture habits). The assessment also considers the individual's specific needs, including any disabilities or health conditions.
Yes — the DSE Regulations apply to home workers who use display screen equipment as a significant part of their normal work. Employers are responsible for ensuring that home workers' workstations are assessed and that appropriate equipment and adjustments are provided. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, home working DSE assessments have become one of the most common types of assessment carried out by DSE Assessors.
DSE assessments should be reviewed whenever there is a significant change to the workstation, the work environment, or the individual's health or working patterns. This includes when a worker moves to a new workstation, when new equipment is introduced, when a worker reports symptoms, or when a worker returns from a period of absence due to a musculoskeletal condition. As a minimum, assessments should be reviewed every 2–3 years.
Yes — remote DSE assessments (conducted via video call or using a self-assessment questionnaire reviewed by the assessor) are increasingly common, particularly for home workers. Your DSE Assessor training covers both in-person and remote assessment methods, and Abertay Training provides assessment templates suitable for both approaches.
Course Information

Duration

1 Day (10am – 4:30pm)

Qualification

SafeCert DSE Assessor Award

Price

£250 + VAT per person

Locations

UK-wide venues + Online Zoom

Call 0333 500 5000

Group bookings available for 6+ people

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UK DSE and Display Screen Equipment Statistics 2023/24 - 8 million workers use display screen equipment daily, 480,000 workers suffer from work-related upper limb disorders, DSE-related conditions account for 45% of all work-related musculoskeletal disorders, £3.1 billion annual cost, 1 in 3 DSE users never had a workstation assessment, 95% of conditions preventable with proper DSE assessment
📚 Resources
HSE DSE GuidanceOfficial HSE guidance on Display Screen Equipment regulationsHSE DSE Workstation ChecklistHSE workstation self-assessment checklistNHS Eye Health — Screen UseNHS guidance on eye health for screen users
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Accreditations

Abertay Training is accredited and certified by the UK's leading health, safety and quality bodies.

  • SafeCert Awards

    Abertay Training is an approved SafeCert Awarding Centre, delivering nationally recognised trainer qualifications accredited by SafeCert Awards — the UK's leading awarding body for health and safety training.

  • SafeCert CPD

    All Abertay Training courses are CPD (Continuing Professional Development) accredited by SafeCert, meaning delegates can count their training towards their annual CPD requirements.

  • IOSH Managing Safely

    Abertay Training is an approved provider of IOSH Managing Safely, the world's most popular health and safety qualification for managers and supervisors, awarded by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health.

  • IOSH Working Safely

    Abertay Training is an approved provider of IOSH Working Safely, the internationally recognised health and safety qualification for all levels of the workforce, awarded by IOSH.

  • IFE Affiliate

    Abertay Training is an affiliate organisation of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE), confirming that our fire safety trainer courses meet the professional standards set by the IFE.

  • ISO 9001 Quality

    Abertay Training holds ISO 9001 Quality Management System certification, independently audited by ISOQAR and accredited by UKAS, demonstrating our commitment to consistent, high-quality training delivery.

  • ISO 14001 Environmental

    Abertay Training holds ISO 14001 Environmental Management System certification, demonstrating our commitment to minimising environmental impact across all our training operations.

  • ISO 45001 Safety

    Abertay Training holds ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System certification, the international standard for workplace health and safety, independently audited by ISOQAR and accredited by UKAS.

  • Backcare Member

    Abertay Training is a Professional Member of Backcare, the UK charity for back and neck pain. This membership confirms that our manual handling and patient handling trainer courses meet Backcare's professional standards.

  • RoSPA Member

    Abertay Training is a member of RoSPA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents), the UK's leading safety organisation, reinforcing our commitment to the highest standards of health and safety training.

Abertay Training holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications, is a SafeCert Approved Centre, an approved provider of IOSH Managing Safely and IOSH Working Safely, an IFE Affiliate, and a professional member of Backcare and RoSPA.

Venue Information

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Location

Learn from anywhere in the UK

Contact

0333 500 5000

Course Hours

10:00 AM - 4:30 PM (1 day)

✓ Online Course Benefits

  • • No travel costs - save time and money
  • • Same Level 3 SafeCert certification
  • • Live instructor via Zoom (not recorded)
  • • All trainer resources included
  • • Interactive practical demonstrations
Online Zoom training session with professional instructor

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