Health & Safety Basics in Care

Health & Safety Basics in Care

This course helps you master the essential health and safety standards for safe work in UK health and social care settings. You will gain a clear understanding of UK health and safety legislation and your responsibilities. Learn to effectively identify and manage workplace hazards, including preventing slips, trips, and falls, and applying safe manual handling. The course covers rigorous infection prevention and control, proper use of personal protective equipment, and managing hazardous substances (COSHH). You will also understand fire and food safety, and how to respond correctly to accidents and emergencies, including reporting, to protect yourself and those you support.