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Health and Safety in a Care Setting — Online Training Course

Care homes are owned and managed by a wide range of organisations, including local authorities, the NHS, and organisations from the private and voluntary sectors. They differ from other workplaces because they are not only places of work; they are also homes for their residents. They should be places where the dignity and freedom of the residents is respected, and where everyone’s health and safety is managed effectively. To achieve this, everyone involved must understand their responsibilities. This course discusses the legislation that applies to care homes, the responsibilities of management and employees and looks at developing systems of work. It also covers what to do in some common hazards you might encounter as well as some Emergency situations. It concludes by discussing some aspects of the work environment and staff welfare.

Health and Safety in a Care Setting

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  • CPD & IIRSM Approved

  • 100% online — study at your own pace, on any device

  • Duration: approximately 80 minutes

  • Delivered via our trusted eLearning partner, VideoTile Learning

  • 9 interactive modules with end-of-module assessments

  • Certificate issued on successful completion

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Health and Safety in a Care Setting

  • CPD & IIRSM Approved

  • Study Method — 100% Online

  • Duration — 80 minutes

  • Certificate on Completion

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Understand that a Care home is both a home for residents and a work environment.

  • Define the legislation involved in health and safety in this home and work environment.

  • Recognise both employer and employee responsibilities in regard to maintain health and

  • Identify potential risks and illnesses that can affect the welfare of employees and residents.

  • Explain and understand risk assessments and other safety policies that the home will employ

  • This course is aimed at anyone working in the care sector and should act as an introduction to health

  • As this course covers a wide range of health and safety situations the course provides a strong basis

  • CPD approval means that this course can be used by those that need to prove they are continually

  • Other courses in our Health and Social Care suite compliment this one and when combined can form

Course Modules

This course is made up of 9 modules:

  • Introduction

  • Responsibilities

  • Systems

  • Accidents and Illness Part 1

  • Accidents and Illness Part 2

  • Moving and Handling

  • General Hazards: Fires, Gas and Electricity

  • Aggression, Violence, Security and Stress

  • Work Environment and Welfare

Assessment: Each module ends with a multiple-choice assessment. You must achieve a pass mark of 70% to progress to the next module.

Certification: On successful completion, you will receive a certificate confirming your achievement.

How long does the Health and Safety in a Care Setting course take?

The course takes approximately 80 minutes to complete. It is entirely self-paced, so you can fit it around your work schedule.

Is this course fully online?

Yes. The course is 100% online and can be accessed on any device with an internet connection. There is no need for classroom attendance.

What certificate will I receive?

On successful completion of the Health and Safety in a Care Setting course, you will receive a downloadable certificate that you can share with your employer as evidence of training.

What is the pass mark?

Each module has a 70% pass mark which must be achieved before progressing to the next module.

Who is this course for?

This course is suitable for anyone working in health and social care settings, including care workers, support staff, and managers responsible for care delivery

Can I buy this course for my team?

Yes. We offer group enrolments and volume discounts for teams of five or more. Contact us at info@yorkgreen.uk or book a call to discuss your training needs.

What are the technical requirements?

The course is browser-based — no software installation needed. You will need an up-to-date web browser, a stable internet connection (3Mb+), and 1GB+ RAM.

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