This module teaches you how to carry out effective display screen equipment (DSE) workstation risk assessments and improve safe workstation set‑up.
Completing this training improves your ability to promote DSE workstation safety and health, supporting a safer and healthier working environment.
This training is only available to HSeLanD users.
Who this training is for
This training is mandatory for anyone who carries out DSE workstation assessments in the HSE and section 38 organisations.
Assessors must be:
- clerical or admin Grade V or above
- CNM1 or CMM1 or above
DSE workstation assessors can be a line manager or a staff member at the appropriate grade delegated by a line manager.
Training format
eLearning
Objectives
On successful completion of this module, you will be able to:
- identify hazards and risks linked to a DSE user’s current workstation set‑up
- understand how a DSE workstation risk assessment works and what’s expected of you as an assessor
- carry out DSE workstation assessments competently
Course specification
The training covers:
- what DSE is and why you assess the risk
- the DSE workstation risk assessment cycle
- the core elements of a DSE risk assessment
- how to apply what you learn using real‑world decision‑making for typical workstation scenarios
- where to access ongoing support
Training prerequisites
Before enrolling on this module, you must complete the HSeLanD module 'Occupational Safety and Health Risk Assessment'.
Duration
The module takes about 40 minutes.
Assessment
You must pass 1 office‑based scenario and 1 remote‑working scenario.
How to book
This module is on HSeLanD (health and safety catalogue).
Training records
Managers must keep copies of employees' training records on file. This is in line with the HSE National Records Retention Policy.
The policy requires managers to keep electronic files for 7 years after an employee's term of service ends.
Get a template for recording, scheduling and monitoring training requirements in the OSH training toolkit.
Refresher training
This programme must be refreshed every 3 years. In some cases, refresher training may be needed more often. This will be identified through the risk assessment or training needs assessment (TNA).
Contact the Health and Safety helpdesk for more information or advice.