VDU/DSE Assessor Course – Online and Classroom
This DSE Assessor Training Course equips participants with the knowledge and practical skills to carry out compliant ergonomic workstation assessments in the workplace. The course is ideal for organisations looking to train one internal assessor to support office-based and remote workers, reduce musculoskeletal injury risk, and minimise reliance on external ergonomic assessments.
Training an internal DSE assessor allows organisations to:
- Respond quickly to ergonomic concerns
- Support new starters and workstation changes
- Reduce the risk of musculoskeletal injuries
- Demonstrate proactive compliance
- Reduce reliance on external ergonomic assessments
This approach is particularly effective for organisations with office-based, hybrid, or remote teams.
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Course Information:
Course Objectives
Duration: 1 Day
Participants: Up to 6 participants
Assessment: Participants are required to carry out a practical VDU/DSE assessment and a short written examination.
Accreditation: Occupli Training Certification
The VDU DSE Ergonomics Assessor course covers the relevant Irish legislation, VDU regulations relating to DSE equipment, the basic principles of ergonomics, ergonomic risk factors, etc.
5 Course Benefits
1. Train an internal DSE assessor
Enable someone in your organisation to carry out ergonomic workstation assessments confidently and competently.
2. Reduce ergonomic injury risk
Identify and address workstation issues early to prevent discomfort developing into injury or absence.
3. Support hybrid and remote workers
Apply ergonomic principles across office, home, and hybrid work environments.
4. Improve compliance
Meet employer obligations under DSE regulations with a clear, structured assessment process.
5. Reduce external assessment costs
Minimise the need for outsourced ergonomic assessments by building internal capability.
Who should attend?
This course is suitable for:
- HR Managers
- Health & Safety Representatives
- Office or Facilities Managers
- Anyone responsible for employee wellbeing or workstation setup
No prior ergonomics experience is required.
Course Contents
- Course Contents
- Overview of legislation related to display screen equipment
- Principles of ergonomics and ergonomic risk factors
- Work related upper limb disorders
- Hazard identification process
- DSE/VDU risk assessment
- Risk reduction methods
- Review of helpful flexibility exercises
- Overview of ergonomic accessories
What you can do after the course
After Completing This Course, Participants Will Be Able To:
- Carry out DSE workstation assessments independently
- Identify and prioritise ergonomic risks
- Recommend practical workstation adjustments
- Support employees experiencing discomfort
- Provide documented evidence of DSE assessments
- Act as a point of contact for ergonomic queries within the organisation
FAQ’s
Do participants need prior ergonomics experience?
No. The course is designed for those with no prior ergonomics or DSE assessment experience.
Is this suitable for remote workers?
Yes. The course covers ergonomic considerations for office-based, home, and hybrid work environments.
How many people should we train?
Many organisations train one or two people internally, depending on size and structure.
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