DSE Compliance: What UK Employers Must Know in 2025
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In the UK workplace, Display Screen Equipment (DSE) regulations have long been a legal requirement to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of employees who use screens for significant parts of their job. But as hybrid working models and ergonomic awareness grow, so too do the expectations placed on employers to meet compliance standards.
In 2025, DSE compliance remains a legal duty—but one that now requires a more proactive, people-first approach. Here's what UK employers must understand this year to remain fully compliant and to avoid the reputational and financial risks of non-compliance.
🔍 What Is DSE and Who Does It Apply To?
Display Screen Equipment (DSE) includes computers, laptops, tablets, and any screen-based device used for prolonged periods. The Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992 require employers to assess and manage the risks to employees who use DSE daily for an hour or more at a time.
This applies whether the employee is:
In a traditional office
Working remotely from home
Operating in a co-working or hot-desking environment
These laws are not optional. Failure to comply may result in enforcement action from the HSE (Health and Safety Executive), not to mention increased staff absences, compensation claims, or reduced productivity.
⚖️ 2025 Legal Responsibilities for UK Employers
Employers are legally required to take the following actions to comply with DSE regulations:
1. Conduct a DSE Assessment
You must carry out a DSE workstation assessment for all employees who use display screens regularly. This assessment identifies risks such as poor posture, repetitive strain, and inadequate lighting.
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2. Provide Suitable Equipment
Following the assessment, any risks must be addressed by providing ergonomically appropriate equipment, such as adjustable chairs, monitor arms, footrests, and sit-stand desks.
3. Train Employees on Safe Use
Staff must be informed of the health risks associated with improper screen use and trained on how to set up their workstations to reduce those risks.
4. Encourage Breaks and Movement
Employees should be encouraged to take frequent breaks or change tasks throughout the day to avoid prolonged static posture.
5. Support Remote and Hybrid Workers
Since the rise of home working, employers now need to extend their DSE obligations beyond the office. That means assessing home setups and supporting employees in creating safe, productive environments wherever they work.
💼 Why DSE Compliance Matters in 2025
Neglecting DSE compliance is not just a regulatory issue—it’s a business risk.
Increased Absenteeism: Musculoskeletal issues are among the leading causes of workplace absence.
Legal Liability: Non-compliance can result in fines, claims, or enforcement action.
Reputation Damage: Health and safety failings can harm your employer brand and deter new talent.
Reduced Performance: Uncomfortable employees are less focused, less productive, and more likely to burn out.
With growing pressure to create healthier work cultures, compliance is the minimum standard—wellbeing and productivity should be the goal.
🧩 Your Next Step: Streamlined DSE Compliance Solutions
At Healthy Home & Office, we support businesses in fulfilling their legal obligations with comprehensive, expert-led solutions.
Our Business Solutions include:
On-site and remote DSE assessments
Ergonomic furniture supply and installation
Training resources for employees and managers
Policy consultation for HR and H&S teams
Whether you’re a small enterprise or a multi-site corporation, we tailor our approach to meet your legal and operational needs.
✅ Stay Compliant. Keep Your People Healthy.
In 2025, DSE compliance is no longer a box-ticking exercise—it’s part of a wider duty of care. Forward-thinking employers are embracing ergonomics not just to meet regulations but to create healthier, happier workplaces.
To stay on the right side of the law—and ahead of the curve—now’s the time to assess, adapt, and act.
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