DSE
Covers DSE legal duties, posture, screen setup, breaks, eye strain and early reporting of discomfort to prevent injury.
£11.99 + VAT
One-off payment, 12 months to complete
This course includes:
- ✓ - Unlimited FREE resits
- ✓ - Access from mobile or computer anytime 24/7.
- ✓ - Instant Digital Certificates Included (sent to email)
- ✓ - No hidden costs - includes 12-months access and unlimited resits.
Course Overview
What's Included
- Unlimited FREE resits
- Instant Digital Certificates Included
- 24/7 Instant Online Access
- Mobile and PC Compatible
Course Details
DSE Awareness Course – Display Screen Equipment Training Online
This DSE (Display Screen Equipment) Awareness course explains how screen-based work can affect health and gives clear, practical steps to prevent long-term injury in UK construction and other workplaces.
What Does the DSE Awareness Course Cover?
- Defines what counts as DSE and who is considered a DSE user
- Explains health risks from poor setup: back, neck and shoulder pain, RSI, headaches and eye strain
- Shows how small issues build up over time and why they must not be accepted as 'part of the job'
- Guides correct setup of chairs, screens, keyboards, mice and laptops for neutral posture
- Covers reducing glare, avoiding overreaching or hunching, and positioning equipment correctly
- Promotes micro-breaks, task variation and the 20-20-20 rule for eye care
- Explains DSE assessment requirements, including home and hybrid workstations
- Clarifies employer and worker responsibilities, including eye-test duties
- Emphasises early reporting of discomfort so problems are fixed before they become injuries
Course Format
- 5 interactive modules with voice-over content
- Multiple choice questions
- Self-paced — complete in around 45 minutes
- 24/7 access from mobile or computer
- Instant digital certificate included
- Unlimited free resits included
FAQs
What is DSE training? +
DSE training covers the safe use of display screen equipment — including computers, laptops and other screen-based devices — in the workplace. It helps workers understand the health risks of prolonged screen use, how to set up their workstation correctly, and what their employer is required to provide under UK DSE regulations.
Who needs DSE training? +
Anyone who regularly uses a computer, laptop or other screen-based device as part of their work is considered a DSE user and should receive DSE training. This includes construction office staff, site managers, project coordinators and anyone working from home or in a hybrid role.
How long does the DSE course take? +
The course takes approximately 45 minutes to complete across 5 interactive modules. It is self-paced and you have 12 months from purchase to finish it.
Does the course cover home and hybrid working? +
Yes. The course explains DSE assessment requirements for home and hybrid workstations, making it relevant for workers in a variety of settings, not just traditional office environments.
Will I receive a certificate? +
Yes. An instant digital certificate will be sent to your email upon completion of the course.
Can I resit the course if needed? +
Yes. Unlimited free resits are included, so you can revisit the material and retake the questions as many times as needed.
Course Format
- 5 Interactive Modules
- Voice Over Content
- Multiple Choice Questions
- Self Paced
