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Display Screen Equipment (DSE) Awareness Course
£15.00 + £3.00 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
This Display Screen Equipment (DSE) online training course provides learners with the knowledge they need in order to work comfortably and avoid unnecessary aches and strains whilst using DSE in their work environment.
Incorrect use of display screen equipment can lead to pain in necks, shoulders, backs, arms, wrists and hands as well as fatigue and eye strain. As an employer, you must protect your employees from these health risks if they use DSE in the workplace or for work at home.
The training course duration is approximately 2 hours.
Who needs Display Screen Equipment training?
The Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992 aim to protect the health of people who work with Display Screen Equipment.
This training is suitable for anyone who uses Display Screen Equipment regularly as part of their working day.
Reviewed and approved by lead bodies
Our DSE Awareness Course has been assured by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents as providing up-to-date, quality and content-approved training.
The training course also complies with the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) guidelines and is accredited by the CPD Certification Service.
Course learning outcomes
After completing the course you will be able to describe:
- Examples of ‘Display Screen Equipment’
- The risks posed by DSE work
- An employer’s obligations towards staff using DSE
- What is meant by a ‘DSE Assessment’
- The recommendations for setting up a display screen
- Good practice when using a keyboard
- Good practice when using a mouse or similar input device
- How the workplace should be adjusted to avoid fatigue and strain
- The correct setup for a chair used for DSE work
- Good practice when taking breaks from DSE work
- How eyesight tests are carried out and when
Example course pages
You can click below to see example screens from our Display Screen Equipment online course. The course contains practical tips on using DSE correctly and interactive activities, which will allow learners to reflect on their work habits while using DSE. This is shown in the example screens below.
(Click below to view Display Screen Equipment course example screens)
Course content
This DSE Awareness course contains the following 9 topics:
1 – Working with DSE – The Risks
The first topic identifies examples of DSE you are likely to find in your workplace. It outlines an employer’s legal duties with regards to DSE and describes DSE assessments.
2 – The Keyboard
The second topic is about the keyboard. You will learn about when a separate keyboard is required. The topic describes good and bad keying technique and explains correct hand positioning.
3 – Mice and Other Point-and-Click Devices
The third topic describes good and bad practice when using mice and other point-and-click devices. You will learn about correct hand positioning and adjustments you might need to make to ensure devices are accurate.
4 – The Display Screen
Topic 4 is about the screen. It explains how to clean your screen and how to position the screen correctly. You will learn about good colour and font combinations and how to reduce screen glare.
5 – Your Workspace
Topic 5 explains the features of a well organised workspace. You will learn to improve a cramped workspace, how to optimise a workspace set-up and how to position your workspace to minimise glare.
6 – The Chair
Topic 6 describes the features of a chair suitable for Display Screen Equipment work. You will learn the correct sitting position and how to adjust your chair.
7 – The Environment
Topic 7 describes environmental factors that can contribute to upper limb disorders and how to minimise the risks of these factors.
8 – Changes in Activity
Topic 8 explains why it is important to take breaks and change the type of activity you are doing. It suggests suitable break-time activities and explains how to prevent fatigue at work.
9 – Eye Tests
Lastly, the final topic identifies who is entitled to an eye test and when an employer must pay for glasses.
Course assessment
Once you have completed the nine topics, you will be allowed to take the assessment. The online course generates an assessment from question banks so that the questions change each time a candidate takes the assessment. This makes the training suitable for initial and refresher training.
There is no limit on the number of attempts at the assessment. In addition, the training course gives informative feedback so candidates can learn from incorrect responses.
Course certificate
When you have successfully passed the online course, you will be able to download and print your certificate straight away.
Your certificate will include both logos, therefore you can use it to provide evidence for compliance.
How long is this DSE certificate valid for?
Your Display Screen Equipment certificate has no expiry date. However, to ensure knowledge of Display Screen Equipment is maintained we recommend a renewal period of 2 years. This recommended renewal date will be on your certificate.
Can this training course act as evidence for SSIP accreditations like CHAS, SafeContractor and ConstructionLine?
Yes, you can use our Display Screen Equipment certificate as evidence of industry-related training. This evidence is important for SSIP accreditations. The course helps you to ensure your staff all receive appropriate training and that you have the certificates to prove it. However, each individual accreditation body will decide whether our online courses are sufficient for your company’s training requirements.
Course reviews
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What is Display Screen Equipment (DSE)?
Display screen equipment (DSE) means devices and equipment that have a graphic or alphanumeric display screen. This includes PCs, laptops, tablets, smartphones and other similar devices.
The importance of Display Screen Equipment (DSE) training
Bad posture and incorrect DSE practices cause health problems that can have a huge impact on staff productivity. Training can help prevent a long list of injuries, including backache, upper limb pains, RSI, eye strain and fatigue. DSE training provides employees with knowledge on how to use DSE safely, and how to set up their workplace to minimise the chances of musculoskeletal problems.
Other online Health and Safety courses
Click on the course titles below to see other Health and Safety online training courses. We also offer a range of courses across many categories including regulatory compliance, food hygiene, health & social care and fire safety.
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- Ladder Safety Training
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- Manual Handling Awareness Course
- Mental Health Awareness Course
- Noise Awareness Training
- Stress in the Workplace Course
- Working at Height Course
- Working in Confined Spaces Course
Do you have any questions about Display Screen Equipment Awareness training?
Visit our Help & Support page, where you will find answers to frequently asked questions about our online training courses.
If you still have any questions or if you are unsure how to proceed, you can contact our team on 0333 5775 017, email us at support@i2comply.com, or complete our enquiries form. We are happy to answer any of your questions.
£15.00 + £3.00 VAT
Discounts Available For Bulk Purchases
| No. of licences per course |
% saving |
|---|---|
| 1 - 9 | - |
| 10 - 19 | 10% |
| 20 - 49 | 20% |
| 50 - 99 | 25% |
| 100 - 149 | 30% |
| 150 - 999 | 35% |
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