Course Overview

Health and safety are vital in every healthcare setting to protect patients, staff, and visitors. The Health Care & Risk Assessment course provides a practical and regulatory understanding of workplace health and safety, focusing on identifying, evaluating, and controlling potential hazards in healthcare environments.

This comprehensive training covers the responsibilities of employers and employees, risk management, infection control, and first aid procedures. Learners will also understand how to develop effective risk assessments and implement preventive measures to ensure compliance with UK health and safety regulations.

By completion, you’ll be equipped to maintain a safe, efficient, and legally compliant healthcare environment while minimising workplace risks and safeguarding wellbeing.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand the fundamentals of health and safety in healthcare environments.
• Recognise the legal duties of employers, employees, and self-employed workers.
• Conduct effective risk assessments and implement control measures.
• Identify and respond to workplace accidents and health hazards.
• Apply first aid principles and use personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly.
• Access, interpret, and communicate essential health and safety information.
• Develop infection-prevention strategies through structured risk management.

Why Choose Us?

Here’s Why This Course is the Best Choice for You:

• Lifetime Access: Revisit course materials anytime, forever.
• Expert Support: Get help from our dedicated tutor team, available Monday to Friday.
• Learn at Your Pace: Study from home, on your schedule, with no pressure.
• Cutting-Edge Content: Access video modules taught by industry-leading instructors.
• 24/7 Assistance: Reach out via email or live chat whenever you need help.
• Multi-Device Access: Learn on your computer, tablet, or smartphone—anywhere, anytime.
• Career-Boosting Certification: Earn a certificate to showcase your skills and enhance your resume.

Assessment

Test Your Knowledge and Earn Your Certification

The course includes interactive quizzes to help you track your progress and reinforce your learning. These quizzes are designed to:

• Identify areas where you need more practice.
• Build confidence in your understanding of the material.
• Prepare you for real-world challenges.

Upon successfully completing the final quiz, you’ll receive a certificate of achievement—a valuable addition to your resume and LinkedIn profile.

Description

Module 01: Introduction to Health and Safety at Work
Gain an overview of workplace health and safety principles and their importance in maintaining a safe environment for healthcare professionals and patients.

Module 02: Responsibilities of the Employers, Employees and Self-employed
Understand legal responsibilities and duties under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 for all stakeholders in healthcare environments.

Module 03: Risk Assessment & Risk Control
Learn how to identify hazards, evaluate risks, and implement effective control measures to reduce accidents and occupational health issues.

Module 04: Work-Related Accidents and Ill Health
Explore common workplace accidents and illnesses in healthcare settings, along with methods for investigation, reporting, and prevention.

Module 05: First Aid & PPE
Study basic first aid procedures and the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent exposure to infections and injuries.

Module 06: Health and Safety Information
Understand how to access, interpret, and share workplace safety information, signage, and reporting systems effectively.

Module 07: Risk Assessment and Infection-Minimising Measures
Learn to conduct targeted risk assessments focusing on infection control, prevention, and hygiene management within healthcare facilities.

Career Path

Healthcare Assistant: £20,000 – £28,000
Health & Safety Coordinator: £25,000 – £38,000
Infection Control Officer: £28,000 – £45,000
Care Home Manager: £30,000 – £50,000