Display Screen Equipment (DSE) Awareness

Creating safe, comfortable and productive workstations

Course Overview

This course provides learners with the knowledge required to safely use display screen equipment and establish an ergonomically sound workstation. Learners will explore the health risks associated with poor workstation design, including musculoskeletal disorders, eye strain, fatigue and discomfort. The course covers workstation assessments, posture, equipment positioning and practical measures that can improve comfort and wellbeing for office-based, hybrid and remote workers.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand legal requirements relating to DSE use
• Identify risks associated with poorly designed workstations
• Configure a workstation correctly
• Apply ergonomic principles to reduce discomfort
• Prevent eye strain and fatigue
• Understand the importance of breaks and movement
• Support healthy working practices when working remotely

Course Structure (5 topics, 15 lessons)