Accredited DSE Workstation Assessor Course
Benefit From Your Own In-house Health and Safety Expert
For many companies, it makes sense to have your own in-house DSE assessor. Having a competent, accredited assessor in your organisation will save you time and money, help you to comply with HSE regulations, and prevent ill health and absenteeism.
Most often, this will form part of your HR Manager or Facilities Manager’s role. But what about training and accreditation?
It goes without saying that our own Ergonix DSE workstation assessor course is fully accredited by the Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors (CIEHF), which means that the course content has been reviewed and approved by the chartered body responsible for ergonomics in the UK.
The aim of this practical, one-day course is to provide the skills and knowledge delegates need to become confident and competent DSE workstation assessors and gain a CIEHF certificate.
The trainer is a chartered physiotherapist with specialist ergonomic knowledge and extensive experience in all types of DSE workstation assessments.
Why you should train with Ergonix…
Business benefits
- Ensures compliance with health and safety regulations (HSE DSE)
- Saves time and money as you will have your own health and safety expertise in-house
- Upskill existing staff – no need to recruit a DSE specialist
- Prevent absence from injury and illness
- Identify and address potential problems and risks early
- Improve the health and wellbeing of your workforce
- Optimise workplace performance
Who should attend
- Businesses who wish to have their own DSE health and safety expertise in-house
- Staff with responsibility for DSE assessments in the workplace (no previous experience is required)
- DSE assessors who wish to consolidate and/or update their knowledge
- Line managers, occupational health professionals, health and safety professionals, health practitioners, facilities managers, HR personnel
- Delegates who wish to gain the CIEHF certificate
What to expect
- Delegates will receive a CIEHF certificate
- The course focuses on real-world problem-solving scenarios which will help delegates develop the skills needed to become competent and confident DSE workstation assessors
- It’s not just theory! This is a practical, interactive course and delegates will learn through example scenarios and group work
- The course teaches a rounded, holistic approach to carry out ergonomic assessments, including improving communication skills
This course will teach you to
- Become a competent and confident DSE workstation assessor
- Assess individuals holistically
- Understand the legal guidance and regulations relating to ergonomic workstation assessments
- Identify hazards and risks (physical, mental and environmental)
- Design an action plan to reduce risks and promote health
- Carry out basic anthropometric measurements
- Make changes and recommendations that meet the needs of the assessed individual
- Demonstrate an understanding of consent and confidentiality issues
- Confidently use the DSE workstation assessment checklist
After the course you will receive
- A 50-page course book
- DSE workstation assessment checklist
- Handouts and links to resources
- CIEHF certificate on successful completion of the course
Assessment of attendees
Attendees are assessed throughout the course via a series of simple exercises, group work, practical tasks and questions. At the end of the course, there is a short test.
Course duration
One day (9:00 am- 4:30 pm)
Course cost
£295/ person (we do not charge VAT)
Number of attendees
Virtual course: from 2-6 delegates
In-house course: up to 8-12 delegates
Course dates
DSE Open Courses (virtual)
A fully interactive instructor-led course delivered live online via Zoom. A great choice for individual bookings or when you have one or two people to train.
Open DSE Course Dates (live tutor) 2024
15. 10. 2024 Virtual Classroom – Booking Closed
12. 11. 2024 Virtual Classroom – Available Spaces
26.11. 2024 Virtual Classroom – Available Spaces
03.12. 2024 Virtual Classroom – Available Spaces
17. 12. 2024 Virtual Classroom – Available Spaces
16. 01. 2025 Virtual Classroom – Available Spaces
In-house Training (virtual or in-house)
A private fully interactive course delivered at your workplace or live online at a date of your choice.
Why ergonomics matter
Ergonomics aims to reduce workstation discomfort, increasing efficiency and boosting productivity. Think about your own workstation. Are your eyes sore at the end of the day? Do your wrists hurt from typing? Ergonomics helps to create a safer, more comfortable working environment, leading to a better workplace experience and improved performance.
- Reduced ill health
- Less risk
- Increased productivity
- Better performance
- Happier workforce
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