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DSE Compliance Software for UK Employers

Replace paper forms with guided assessments, AI posture scanning, and a real-time compliance dashboard

DeskCheck helps UK employers meet their obligations under the Display Screen Equipment Regulations 1992. Built around the official HSE CK1 workstation checklist, it provides a structured 39-question self-assessment that employees can complete in minutes, plus an optional 30-second AI posture scan for deeper insight. Generate combined compliance reports instantly and track completion rates, compliance status, and risk areas across your whole organisation through your real-time dashboard.

Run a pilot for your teamFree DSE checklist

Free 30-day pilot. Then from £3/user/month. No credit card required. No installs. Runs in any browser.

  • ✓39-question assessment aligned with HSE CK1 checklist
  • ✓Optional AI posture scan for deeper insight
  • ✓Combined compliance PDF each employee can keep
  • ✓Organisation dashboard with real-time compliance metrics
  • ✓No installs – runs in any browser, privacy-first

For HR & H&S teams

DSE Compliance Dashboard: See Your Organisation's Status at a Glance

Your dashboard tracks compliance rates, risk areas, assessment adoption, and auto-generated insights. Everything you need for audits, board reporting, and targeted support.

DSE Compliance72%18 of 25 users compliant
Full Assessments56%
14 of 25 completed both
Pilot ProgressDay 42
288 days remaining
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5 employees need attention

Their DSE assessment flagged workstation issues. Consider reaching out to offer support.

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72% DSE compliance rate

Your team is performing well. Continue monitoring as new employees join.

Compliance ring

See instantly how many employees meet DSE requirements

Risk breakdown

Compliant, partially compliant, and needs attention at a glance

Auto insights

Actionable alerts when employees need support or reminders

The compliance gap

500,000+UK workers reporting work-related musculoskeletal disorders every year

Under the Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992, every UK employer must assess DSE workstations and reduce risks. Yet most organisations still rely on paper forms or clunky HR system bolt-ons with no real-time visibility into compliance. With over 500,000 UK workers reporting work-related musculoskeletal disorders each year and hybrid working now the norm, the gap between legal obligation and actual practice is growing.

Aligned with HSE CK1 workstation checklistBased on DSE Regulations 19929 assessment areas · 39 questions · instant compliance report

Free resource

Download the Free DSE Compliance Checklist

A practical HSE CK1-aligned checklist covering all 9 assessment areas required under the DSE Regulations 1992. Use it to self-audit your current compliance and identify gaps. No sign-up required.

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Trusted by HR and H&S teams across the UKBuilt for UK employers. Aligned with HSE guidance.

Why organisations choose DeskCheck

HSE CK1 aligned

39 questions covering all 9 DSE workstation areas, built directly from the official HSE CK1 checklist. Not a generic form – a structured assessment that meets the regulatory standard.

AI-enhanced, not AI-only

The self-assessment captures what employees know about their setup. The optional AI posture scan captures what they can't see – head tilt, forward lean, shoulder alignment. Together, you get the full picture.

Dashboard for decision-makers

Real-time compliance rates, risk area breakdown, adoption funnel, and auto-generated insights. Everything you need for audits, board reporting, and targeted interventions – without chasing spreadsheets.

Two assessments, one compliance report

DeskCheck AI posture scan and DSE self-assessment

Employees complete a guided self-assessment and optional AI posture scan. The combined compliance report is generated instantly.

For HR, H&S, and facilities teams

  • • Demonstrate DSE compliance across your entire workforce.
  • • See compliance rates, risk hotspots, and adoption in one dashboard.
  • • Combined PDF reports that are audit-ready.
  • • No assessor visits, no scheduling, no hardware.
  • • Automated insights flag who needs support.

For employees

  • • Clear, guided self-assessment – not a confusing paper form.
  • • Optional AI posture scan for personalised insight.
  • • Practical “do this next” recommendations with HSE-sourced advice.
  • • Privacy-first – no video stored, ever.
  • • Combined PDF report they can keep or share with a manager.

Audit-ready compliance reports, generated instantly

After completing both parts of the assessment, DeskCheck generates a combined compliance report: DSE self-assessment results with section-by-section status, AI posture scan findings, identified risks with HSE-sourced remediation advice, and an acknowledgement section for sign-off. Every report is aligned with DSE Regulations 1992.

  • • Section-by-section compliance status (compliant / action needed / review).
  • • AI posture score with key findings.
  • • Risk items with practical, HSE-sourced remediation advice.
  • • Acknowledgement and sign-off section for audit records.
DeskCheck combined DSE compliance report

How DeskCheck Works

DeskCheck combines a structured DSE self-assessment with an optional AI posture scan, all running directly in the browser. Employees complete the assessment wherever they work – office, home, or on the road.

Step 1: Complete the DSE Self-Assessment

Employee completes the 39-question DSE self-assessment in 2-3 minutes, guided section by section through all 9 workstation areas.

Step 2: Optional AI Posture Scan

Optional 30-second AI posture scan using the webcam for deeper insight into head, neck, and shoulder alignment.

Step 3: Generate Compliance Report

Combined compliance report generated instantly – the employee gets actionable advice, and HR gets audit-ready documentation.

Step 4: Track Real-Time Dashboard

Organisation dashboard updates in real-time with compliance rates, risk areas, and adoption metrics.

Privacy, by Design

Assessment answers are processed securely and only shared with your organisation in aggregate via the dashboard. The AI posture scan analyses anonymous landmarks only – no video is recorded, stored, or streamed. Individual reports are for the employee; HR sees compliance metrics, not personal answers.

  • • No video saved to our servers
  • • Posture landmarks only, processed securely
  • • HR sees aggregate compliance, not individual detail
  • • Built for trust, not surveillance

Simple, transparent pricing

DSE Compliance Shouldn't Cost More Than a Coffee

Most DSE compliance tools charge £10–50 per user per month, or hide pricing behind a “request a quote” wall. DeskCheck is different.

Free 30-day pilot – no credit card
£3/user/month

Billed annually. That's just 10p per employee per day.

Everything included. No tiers. No add-ons.

  • ✓39-question DSE self-assessment (HSE CK1 aligned)
  • ✓AI posture scan for every employee
  • ✓Combined compliance PDF reports
  • ✓Organisation dashboard with real-time metrics
  • ✓Auto-generated insights and risk alerts
  • ✓Unlimited assessments and reassessments
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£10–50

Typical DSE tool cost per user/month

£3

DeskCheck per user/month

£0

For your first 30 days

For teams of 250+ employees, get in touch to discuss volume pricing.

See how DeskCheck works for your team

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Free for 30 days, then just £3/user/month (billed annually)

Get full access to the platform and see real compliance data within days, including guided self-assessments, optional AI posture scans, combined reports, and your organisation dashboard.

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What you get

  • • Full DSE assessment platform for your team
  • • 39-question self-assessment plus optional AI posture scan per employee
  • • Combined compliance PDF reports and admin dashboard insights
  • • Auto-generated insights and management actions

What we ask from you

  • • A named HR or H&S contact for the pilot
  • • Help sharing DeskCheck with your team (template comms provided)
  • • Optional 30-minute feedback call at the end of the pilot

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the DSE Regulations 1992 and who do they apply to?
The Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations 1992 require all UK employers to assess DSE workstations and reduce risks for employees who use display screen equipment as a significant part of their work. This applies to office workers, home workers, and hybrid workers. DeskCheck is built around these obligations, with a self-assessment aligned to the HSE CK1 workstation checklist covering all 9 required areas.
Do employers need DSE assessments for home workers?
Yes. The DSE Regulations 1992 apply to home workers and hybrid workers just as they do to office-based employees. Employers must ensure workstation assessments are carried out regardless of location. DeskCheck runs entirely in the browser, enabling employees to complete both the self-assessment and AI posture scan from home without requiring assessor visits.
What does the HSE CK1 workstation checklist cover?
The HSE CK1 checklist covers 9 key assessment areas: Display, Keyboard, Mouse, Software, Desk, Chair, Environment, Work Habits, and Comfort. DeskCheck's 39 questions are mapped directly to these areas, ensuring comprehensive coverage of all regulatory requirements. Risk advice is sourced from HSE guidance documents including INDG36.
Is a DSE self-assessment legally sufficient?
Yes, for most employees. The HSE states that a self-assessment can be sufficient where there are no specific health concerns or complex setup issues. DeskCheck's structured self-assessment covers all required areas and produces audit-ready documentation. It does not replace a professional ergonomic assessment where specific health issues have been identified.
How often should DSE assessments be reviewed?
The HSE recommends reviewing DSE assessments when there are significant changes to workstations, equipment, tasks, or if employees report discomfort or health issues. Many organisations conduct annual reviews as part of their compliance cycle. DeskCheck's dashboard tracks assessment dates and flags when reviews may be needed.
What does the organisation dashboard show?
The admin dashboard shows a real-time DSE compliance ring, assessment status distribution (compliant / partially compliant / needs attention), posture scan results, an adoption funnel, and auto-generated insights flagging employees who need support. Everything you need for audits and board reporting.
Do employees need to install anything?
No. DeskCheck runs in a modern web browser with a webcam. There are no downloads, apps, or browser extensions to manage. It works on Windows, Mac, and most modern devices.
Can you replay or store employees' video?
No. We never store raw video. DeskCheck analyses anonymous posture landmarks only, so we literally can't replay a recording of their scan. Built for trust, not surveillance.
How much does DeskCheck cost?
DeskCheck costs £3 per user per month, billed annually. This includes everything: DSE self-assessments, AI posture scans, combined compliance PDF reports, and your organisation dashboard. There are no tiers, no add-ons, and no hidden fees. Every pilot starts with a free 30-day trial – no credit card required.
What happens after the free 30-day pilot?
After your 30-day pilot, you can continue with DeskCheck at £3 per user per month (billed annually). All your assessment data, reports, and dashboard insights carry over – nothing is lost. If you decide not to continue, there is no obligation and no charge. For teams of 250 or more employees, contact us to discuss volume pricing.