Ireland • DSE Compliance • Free Audit
Free DSE Compliance Self-Audit for Employers in Ireland
Take a quick free audit to spot gaps in your DSE assessments programme—then fix them with a clear action plan.
Updated: • KOS Ergonomics
Why a DSE compliance self-audit matters
If your staff use computers, laptops or screens as part of daily work, you likely have obligations around DSE assessments (Display Screen Equipment / VDU). The problem is that many organisations are doing “some” DSE activity (a policy document, a checklist, a chair purchase) without knowing whether they’re actually compliant end-to-end.
Fast win: A short self-audit can reveal where your DSE programme is strong—and where it’s exposed (documentation, training, review cycles, workstation analysis, remote work set-ups).
That’s exactly why KOS created a quick, practical audit you can run in minutes: Free DSE Self-Audit Assessment.
What the free audit helps you find
The goal isn’t to overwhelm you with paperwork—it’s to show you where the gaps are so you can fix them quickly. Typical gaps we see (especially with hybrid work) include:
- Coverage gaps: not all habitual DSE users have been assessed (especially remote staff)
- Documentation gaps: assessments done but not recorded, tracked, or followed through
- Training gaps: staff haven’t been shown how to set up screens, chairs, and peripherals properly
- Change gaps: no review process when staff move desk, change role, or switch to hybrid work
- Discomfort escalation gaps: no clear path for higher-risk cases (pregnancy/medical/complex symptoms)
- Eye/eyesight process gaps: staff don’t know what’s available or how to request support
Prefer a checklist format?
You can also use: DSE Self-Audit Checklist (2025 Edition) to walk through the same compliance themes and record actions.
What Irish guidance expects employers to do
Irish guidance (HSA/HSE) commonly highlights that DSE users are those who typically have no choice but to use DSE, use it for continuous periods (often > 1 hour), and use it daily. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
HSA FAQs also outline core employer duties such as carrying out workstation analysis/risk assessment, providing information and training, and reassessing when workstations are modified. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Official & authoritative resources
- HSA DSE/VDU FAQs: Display Screen Equipment FAQs :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
- HSE guidance on who is a DSE user: Office safety and display screen equipment :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
- Example Irish DSE checklist (University of Limerick PDF): DSE Workstation Checklist :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
Important: A self-audit is a great way to spot compliance gaps quickly, but it shouldn’t be your only control. HSA FAQs indicate the employer has a duty to carry out analysis/risk assessment and that relying solely on a software package or similar means is not sufficient. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
How to use the audit to close compliance gaps
Step 1: Take the free audit
Start here: Free DSE Self-Audit Assessment. You’ll immediately see whether your programme has likely weak points (policy, assessments, training, review, remote work coverage). :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Step 2: Turn gaps into actions (with owners and dates)
The fastest way to become “audit-proof” is to convert each gap into a simple action plan: what needs to change, who owns it, and when it will be completed.
Step 3: Prioritise higher-risk groups
If you have limited time, prioritise: remote workers, laptop-heavy roles, hot-desking teams, and anyone reporting discomfort. These are also the groups most likely to benefit from professional DSE ergonomic assessment.
Step 4: Reassess when changes happen
Hybrid work changes set-ups constantly. Build reassessment triggers for: new starters, role changes, desk moves, equipment changes, and office ↔ home switches.
DSE assessment services (next steps)
If your audit shows gaps—or you want to strengthen compliance quickly—these options are designed for office, remote and hybrid teams:
DSE Assessments
Professional DSE assessments to support compliance and reduce risk.
In-Person DSE Ergonomic Assessments
Onsite workstation assessment with clear actions and follow-through.
Remote DSE Assessments
Support for distributed teams and remote work set-ups.
Remote DSE Ergonomic Assessments
Video-based ergonomic assessment for home workstations.
Detailed DSE Ergonomic Assessments
Enhanced support for complex, medical, pregnancy or urgent cases.
DSE Self-Audit Checklist
Checklist-style audit to record compliance and assign actions.
FAQs
Is the free self-audit a replacement for DSE assessments?
No—use it to identify gaps quickly and prioritise actions. Employers still need to ensure workstation analysis/risk assessment is carried out and actions are implemented. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
Who should take the DSE compliance audit?
Anyone responsible for health & safety, HR, facilities, or compliance (or a manager rolling out DSE assessments) can use it to spot policy and process gaps across the organisation.
What’s the fastest way to improve DSE compliance after the audit?
Prioritise habitual DSE users, remote workers, and anyone with discomfort; document assessments; assign actions with owners/dates; and add reassessment triggers for workstation or work-pattern changes.
Do remote workers count as DSE users?
If they use DSE daily and for continuous periods (often > 1 hour) as part of their work, they’re typically treated as DSE users in practice. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
Where can I start the free audit?
Start here: https://www.kos.ie/free-self-audit-assessment. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
Note: This article is informational and should be used alongside official guidance and your organisation’s health & safety processes.
Ireland • DSE Compliance • Free Audit
Free DSE Compliance Self-Audit for Employers in Ireland
Take a quick free audit to spot gaps in your DSE assessments programme—then fix them with a clear action plan.
Updated: • KOS Ergonomics
Why a DSE compliance self-audit matters
If your staff use computers, laptops or screens as part of daily work, you likely have obligations around DSE assessments (Display Screen Equipment / VDU). The problem is that many organisations are doing “some” DSE activity (a policy document, a checklist, a chair purchase) without knowing whether they’re actually compliant end-to-end.
Fast win: A short self-audit can reveal where your DSE programme is strong—and where it’s exposed (documentation, training, review cycles, workstation analysis, remote work set-ups).
That’s exactly why KOS created a quick, practical audit you can run in minutes: Free DSE Self-Audit Assessment.
What the free audit helps you find
The goal isn’t to overwhelm you with paperwork—it’s to show you where the gaps are so you can fix them quickly. Typical gaps we see (especially with hybrid work) include:
- Coverage gaps: not all habitual DSE users have been assessed (especially remote staff)
- Documentation gaps: assessments done but not recorded, tracked, or followed through
- Training gaps: staff haven’t been shown how to set up screens, chairs, and peripherals properly
- Change gaps: no review process when staff move desk, change role, or switch to hybrid work
- Discomfort escalation gaps: no clear path for higher-risk cases (pregnancy/medical/complex symptoms)
- Eye/eyesight process gaps: staff don’t know what’s available or how to request support
Prefer a checklist format?
You can also use: DSE Self-Audit Checklist (2025 Edition) to walk through the same compliance themes and record actions.
What Irish guidance expects employers to do
Irish guidance (HSA/HSE) commonly highlights that DSE users are those who typically have no choice but to use DSE, use it for continuous periods (often > 1 hour), and use it daily. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
HSA FAQs also outline core employer duties such as carrying out workstation analysis/risk assessment, providing information and training, and reassessing when workstations are modified. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Official & authoritative resources
- HSA DSE/VDU FAQs: Display Screen Equipment FAQs :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
- HSE guidance on who is a DSE user: Office safety and display screen equipment :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
- Example Irish DSE checklist (University of Limerick PDF): DSE Workstation Checklist :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
Important: A self-audit is a great way to spot compliance gaps quickly, but it shouldn’t be your only control. HSA FAQs indicate the employer has a duty to carry out analysis/risk assessment and that relying solely on a software package or similar means is not sufficient. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
How to use the audit to close compliance gaps
Step 1: Take the free audit
Start here: Free DSE Self-Audit Assessment. You’ll immediately see whether your programme has likely weak points (policy, assessments, training, review, remote work coverage). :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Step 2: Turn gaps into actions (with owners and dates)
The fastest way to become “audit-proof” is to convert each gap into a simple action plan: what needs to change, who owns it, and when it will be completed.
Step 3: Prioritise higher-risk groups
If you have limited time, prioritise: remote workers, laptop-heavy roles, hot-desking teams, and anyone reporting discomfort. These are also the groups most likely to benefit from professional DSE ergonomic assessment.
Step 4: Reassess when changes happen
Hybrid work changes set-ups constantly. Build reassessment triggers for: new starters, role changes, desk moves, equipment changes, and office ↔ home switches.
DSE assessment services (next steps)
If your audit shows gaps—or you want to strengthen compliance quickly—these options are designed for office, remote and hybrid teams:
DSE Assessments
Professional DSE assessments to support compliance and reduce risk.
In-Person DSE Ergonomic Assessments
Onsite workstation assessment with clear actions and follow-through.
Remote DSE Assessments
Support for distributed teams and remote work set-ups.
Remote DSE Ergonomic Assessments
Video-based ergonomic assessment for home workstations.
Detailed DSE Ergonomic Assessments
Enhanced support for complex, medical, pregnancy or urgent cases.
DSE Self-Audit Checklist
Checklist-style audit to record compliance and assign actions.
FAQs
Is the free self-audit a replacement for DSE assessments?
No—use it to identify gaps quickly and prioritise actions. Employers still need to ensure workstation analysis/risk assessment is carried out and actions are implemented. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
Who should take the DSE compliance audit?
Anyone responsible for health & safety, HR, facilities, or compliance (or a manager rolling out DSE assessments) can use it to spot policy and process gaps across the organisation.
What’s the fastest way to improve DSE compliance after the audit?
Prioritise habitual DSE users, remote workers, and anyone with discomfort; document assessments; assign actions with owners/dates; and add reassessment triggers for workstation or work-pattern changes.
Do remote workers count as DSE users?
If they use DSE daily and for continuous periods (often > 1 hour) as part of their work, they’re typically treated as DSE users in practice. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
Where can I start the free audit?
Start here: https://www.kos.ie/free-self-audit-assessment. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
Note: This article is informational and should be used alongside official guidance and your organisation’s health & safety processes.
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