VDU / DSE Training Course Fully Certified
Looking for a certified VDU training course or DSE training course? Ireland's leading programs, led by clinical experts, empower individuals or groups with the skills to ensure HSA compliance and workstation safety from just €299.
VDU / DSE Training Course Fully Certified
Looking for a certified VDU training course or DSE training course? Ireland's leading programs, led by clinical experts, empower individuals or groups with the skills to ensure HSA compliance and workstation safety from just €299.
IRELAND'S TRUSTED TRAINING PARTNERS FOR DSE ASSESSOR COURSES
IRELAND'S TRUSTED TRAINING PARTNERS FOR DSE ASSESSOR COURSES
Certified VDU / DSE Training Course
Our comprehensive VDU / DSE training course prepares participants to carry out thorough workstation assessments and provide expert guidance to employees working with Visual Display Units (VDUs) and Display Screen Equipment (DSE).
Participants will gain the in-depth knowledge and practical skills required to assess and optimize workstations in strict accordance with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007.
Identify Ergonomic Risks
Spot potential hazards and musculoskeletal risks at workstations before they result in injury.
Recommend Control Measures
Implement highly effective solutions and select medically-graded equipment for specific user needs.
Promote Safe Practices
Educate your workforce on healthy postural habits, correct setups, and active working routines.
Ensure Legal Compliance
Help your company meet HSA regulations and maintain accurate documentation for all DSE users.
Certified VDU / DSE Training Course
Our comprehensive VDU / DSE training course prepares participants to carry out thorough workstation assessments and provide expert guidance to employees working with Visual Display Units (VDUs) and Display Screen Equipment (DSE).
Participants will gain the in-depth knowledge and practical skills required to assess and optimize workstations in strict accordance with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007.
Identify Ergonomic Risks
Spot potential hazards and musculoskeletal risks at workstations before they result in injury.
Recommend Control Measures
Implement highly effective solutions and select medically-graded equipment for specific user needs.
Promote Safe Practices
Educate your workforce on healthy postural habits, correct setups, and active working routines.
Ensure Legal Compliance
Help your company meet HSA regulations and maintain accurate documentation for all DSE users.
Upcoming VDU DSE Training Course Dates 2026
Performing A DSE Compliant Remote Assessment | DSE Assessor Course
Live Interactive Online Training (via Microsoft Teams)
Equip yourself with the skills and knowledge necessary to conduct successful remote DSE assessments for hybrid and remote office workers. Learn techniques for information gathering, technology selection, communication, and remote guidance for workstation setup.
Level 1: Essential DSE Assessor & VDU Training Course
Live Interactive Online Training (via Microsoft Teams)
Ideal for beginners, safety officers, and HR personnel. This foundational VDU training course covers Irish statutory requirements, ergonomic principles, and practical workstation setups to ensure full HSA compliance. Learn how to confidently execute a DSE training course assessment internally.
Level 2: Advanced & Refresher VDU / DSE Training Course
Live Interactive Online Training (via Microsoft Teams)
Designed for existing assessors or H&S managers. We dive deep into complex cases, medically-graded equipment selection, and advanced postural analysis to handle difficult employee ergonomic requirements and pain management.
Corporate Group VDU / DSE Training Course
On-Site at Your Facility
We bring our clinical experts directly to your facility or host your team remotely. Our group training is highly interactive and customised to your specific office environment, ensuring your internal team can manage VDU / DSE compliance at scale.
Upcoming VDU DSE Training Course Dates 2026
Performing A DSE Compliant Remote Assessment | DSE Assessor Course
Live Interactive Online Training (via Microsoft Teams)
Equip yourself with the skills and knowledge necessary to conduct successful remote DSE assessments for hybrid and remote office workers. Learn techniques for information gathering, technology selection, communication, and remote guidance for workstation setup.
Level 1: Essential DSE Assessor & VDU Training Course
Live Interactive Online Training (via Microsoft Teams)
Ideal for beginners, safety officers, and HR personnel. This foundational VDU training course covers Irish statutory requirements, ergonomic principles, and practical workstation setups to ensure full HSA compliance. Learn how to confidently execute a DSE training course assessment internally.
Level 2: Advanced & Refresher VDU / DSE Training Course
Live Interactive Online Training (via Microsoft Teams)
Designed for existing assessors or H&S managers. We dive deep into complex cases, medically-graded equipment selection, and advanced postural analysis to handle difficult employee ergonomic requirements and pain management.
Corporate Group VDU / DSE Training Course
On-Site at Your Facility
We bring our clinical experts directly to your facility or host your team remotely. Our group training is highly interactive and customised to your specific office environment, ensuring your internal team can manage VDU / DSE compliance at scale.
Our VDU DSE Training Course Certification Tracks
To obtain full DSE Assessor Certification, attendees must follow our structured clinical pathway. You cannot proceed to advanced courses without completing the foundational requirements.
Basic DSE VDU Training Course
Aimed at individuals new to health and safety or ergonomics. This course provides a solid foundation in DSE legislation, workstation setup, and how to conduct standard individual assessments effectively to ensure full HSA compliance.
Performing A DSE Compliant Remote Assessment Course
Equip yourself with the essential skills to confidently conduct successful remote DSE assessments for individual hybrid and remote workers. Learn advanced techniques for optimal information gathering, technology selection, clear communication, and remote guidance.
Advanced DSE Assessor Training Course
Aimed at individuals who have completed Level 1, or those with existing professional qualifications (such as H&S managers, Physiotherapists, or Occupational Health Nurses). We dive deep into complex cases, medically-graded equipment selection, and advanced postural analysis to handle difficult employee ergonomic requirements and pain management.
On-Site DSE Group Training
We bring our clinical experts directly to your facility or host your team remotely. Our group training is highly interactive and customized to your specific office environment, ensuring your internal team can manage VDU compliance at scale.
Group Training is available for all certification tracks:
- Level 1: Beginner DSE Training
- Remote DSE Assessment Training
- Level 2: Advanced Assessor Training
Our VDU DSE Training Course Certification Tracks
To obtain full DSE Assessor Certification, attendees must follow our structured clinical pathway. You cannot proceed to advanced courses without completing the foundational requirements.
Basic DSE VDU Training Course
Aimed at individuals new to health and safety or ergonomics. This course provides a solid foundation in DSE legislation, workstation setup, and how to conduct standard individual assessments effectively to ensure full HSA compliance.
Performing A DSE Compliant Remote Assessment Course
Equip yourself with the essential skills to confidently conduct successful remote DSE assessments for individual hybrid and remote workers. Learn advanced techniques for optimal information gathering, technology selection, clear communication, and remote guidance.
Advanced DSE Assessor Training Course
Aimed at individuals who have completed Level 1, or those with existing professional qualifications (such as H&S managers, Physiotherapists, or Occupational Health Nurses). We dive deep into complex cases, medically-graded equipment selection, and advanced postural analysis to handle difficult employee ergonomic requirements and pain management.
On-Site DSE Group Training
We bring our clinical experts directly to your facility or host your team remotely. Our group training is highly interactive and customized to your specific office environment, ensuring your internal team can manage VDU compliance at scale.
Group Training is available for all certification tracks:
- Level 1: Beginner DSE Training
- Remote DSE Assessment Training
- Level 2: Advanced Assessor Training
Official Course Certification
Recognised across Ireland, our training pathways are developed to meet strict Health and Safety Authority (HSA) standards—ensuring your qualifications are robust, legally sound, and professionally respected.
Proof of Your Competency
- Academy Awarded: Receive an official certificate directly from the KOS Training Academy upon completion.
- Legal Recognition: Formally designates you as a "competent person" under HSA workplace guidelines.
- Workplace Ready: Gives you the immediate professional backing to perform compliant workstation assessments.
*Sample certification document - KOS Training Academy ©
Official Course Certification
Recognised across Ireland, our training pathways are developed to meet strict Health and Safety Authority (HSA) standards—ensuring your qualifications are robust, legally sound, and professionally respected.
Proof of Your Competency
- Academy Awarded: Receive an official certificate directly from the KOS Training Academy upon completion.
- Legal Recognition: Formally designates you as a "competent person" under HSA workplace guidelines.
- Workplace Ready: Gives you the immediate professional backing to perform compliant workstation assessments.
*Sample certification document - KOS Training Academy ©
30,000+
Assessments Completed
32 Years
Clinical Experience
HSA Ready
2026 Compliance Standard
"The KOS Level 2 training was a game-changer for our H&S team. Unlike other courses that just read out the law, James provided clinical insights that helped us actually solve staff discomfort issues."
Health & Safety Manager
Leading Irish Tech Enterprise
Certified Academy
Excellence
Our training isn't just a certificate—it's a pathway to becoming a "Competent Person" as defined by the HSA. Every attendee receives a comprehensive toolkit, including audit templates and equipment selection guides.
Ireland's Leading
Ergonomic Specialists
What Our Students Say
"Excellent course. Very practical and easy to follow. The virtual delivery was interactive and the materials provided afterwards are a huge help for our internal audits."
EHS Officer
Pharma Manufacturing Group"The Level 2 Refresher was exactly what I needed. It updated my knowledge on the latest 2026 standards and the clinical focus on posture was incredibly insightful."
Facilities Coordinator
Public Sector Body"Jason is a fantastic instructor. He makes complex ergonomic principles easy to understand. I feel much more confident conducting DSE assessments now."
HR Business Partner
Retail Head Office30,000+
Assessments Completed
32 Years
Clinical Experience
HSA Ready
2026 Compliance Standard
"The KOS Level 2 training was a game-changer for our H&S team. Unlike other courses that just read out the law, James provided clinical insights that helped us actually solve staff discomfort issues."
Health & Safety Manager
Leading Irish Tech Enterprise
Certified Academy
Excellence
Our training isn't just a certificate—it's a pathway to becoming a "Competent Person" as defined by the HSA. Every attendee receives a comprehensive toolkit, including audit templates and equipment selection guides.
Ireland's Leading
Ergonomic Specialists
What Our Students Say
"Excellent course. Very practical and easy to follow. The virtual delivery was interactive and the materials provided afterwards are a huge help for our internal audits."
EHS Officer
Pharma Manufacturing Group"The Level 2 Refresher was exactly what I needed. It updated my knowledge on the latest 2026 standards and the clinical focus on posture was incredibly insightful."
Facilities Coordinator
Public Sector Body"Jason is a fantastic instructor. He makes complex ergonomic principles easy to understand. I feel much more confident conducting DSE assessments now."
HR Business Partner
Retail Head OfficeFrequently Asked
Questions
Expert insights and essential guidance on completing your online VDU DSE training course for Irish employers.
HSA Guidance
According to the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Regulations, a "Competent Person" must have sufficient training, experience, and knowledge. Our Level 1 and 2 VDU DSE training courses are designed to meet this exact criteria.
Liability Protection: Trained internal assessors help mitigate insurance risks associated with Musculoskeletal (MSK) claims.
- Employers & self-employed persons
- Health & Safety managers or consultants
- Health & Safety representatives
- Occupational health professionals
- Architects and IT professionals
- Persons interested in workplace ergonomics
- Legal requirements under current Health & Safety legislation
- Hazards & risks associated with DSE/VDU usage
- Ergonomics of computer workstations
- Practical control measures and environmental factors
- Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders associated with usage
- How to carry out a practical workstation assessment with an end-user
Level 2 (Advanced & Refresher) is for existing assessors. After 3 years, you must complete the Level 2 VDU DSE training course to refresh your certificate and remain compliant. This advanced course also dives deeper into complex cases, medically-graded equipment selection, and advanced postural analysis.
- Review of the Irish regulations relating to VDU/DSE usage
- Review of anatomy and physiology relating to the body when using VDU / DSE Workstations
- Discussion and review on how the most common injuries for office based workers can be caused due to the work environment
- How these can be significantly reduced in the office by creating an ergonomic environment
- Review of 'best practice' when discussing working postures and the need for flexibility, not just application of strict 'rules', including discussing individual cases
- Practical review of workstation set up
- Practical review of 'ergonomic' equipment, discussing when to use and why
- Review of "best practice" on performing the assessment and seeing the whole process through
- Discussion of return to work scenarios
- Ergonomics and Anthropometrics
- Legal requirements under current Health & Safety legislation (Irish and European)
- Hazards & Risks associated with VDU / DSE usage
- Ergonomics of computer workstations
- Environmental factors
- Recent studies and legal cases relevant to VDUs / DSEs
- Emerging issues around hot-desking, sit-stand desks, home working and laptop and tablet use
- Assessment techniques and evaluation
Frequently Asked
Questions
Expert insights and essential guidance on completing your online VDU DSE training course for Irish employers.
HSA Guidance
According to the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Regulations, a "Competent Person" must have sufficient training, experience, and knowledge. Our Level 1 and 2 VDU DSE training courses are designed to meet this exact criteria.
Liability Protection: Trained internal assessors help mitigate insurance risks associated with Musculoskeletal (MSK) claims.
- Employers & self-employed persons
- Health & Safety managers or consultants
- Health & Safety representatives
- Occupational health professionals
- Architects and IT professionals
- Persons interested in workplace ergonomics
- Legal requirements under current Health & Safety legislation
- Hazards & risks associated with DSE/VDU usage
- Ergonomics of computer workstations
- Practical control measures and environmental factors
- Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders associated with usage
- How to carry out a practical workstation assessment with an end-user
Level 2 (Advanced & Refresher) is for existing assessors. After 3 years, you must complete the Level 2 VDU DSE training course to refresh your certificate and remain compliant. This advanced course also dives deeper into complex cases, medically-graded equipment selection, and advanced postural analysis.
- Review of the Irish regulations relating to VDU/DSE usage
- Review of anatomy and physiology relating to the body when using VDU / DSE Workstations
- Discussion and review on how the most common injuries for office based workers can be caused due to the work environment
- How these can be significantly reduced in the office by creating an ergonomic environment
- Review of 'best practice' when discussing working postures and the need for flexibility, not just application of strict 'rules', including discussing individual cases
- Practical review of workstation set up
- Practical review of 'ergonomic' equipment, discussing when to use and why
- Review of "best practice" on performing the assessment and seeing the whole process through
- Discussion of return to work scenarios
- Ergonomics and Anthropometrics
- Legal requirements under current Health & Safety legislation (Irish and European)
- Hazards & Risks associated with VDU / DSE usage
- Ergonomics of computer workstations
- Environmental factors
- Recent studies and legal cases relevant to VDUs / DSEs
- Emerging issues around hot-desking, sit-stand desks, home working and laptop and tablet use
- Assessment techniques and evaluation
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