Health and Safety in a Care Setting
Care Homes are different to other workplaces as they are homes as well as places of work. They should be places where the residents are 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 along with developing safe systems of work. It also covers what to do in some common situations you might encounter as well as some emergency situations. It concludes by discussing some aspects of the work environment and staff welfare.
How your training works
- Start straight away. Buy the course or begin your free trial and the secure learning portal opens in a new tab, ready to go.
- Learn at your own pace. Work through around 80 mins of learning on any device. Your progress is saved automatically, so you can pause and pick up where you left off.
- Get certified. Pass the short assessment at the end of the course and receive your certificate in your name, ready to download and share with employers.
Training for your team
Need Health and Safety in a Care Setting training for several people? We provide business accounts with multi seat access, simple staff onboarding and progress tracking across your team. Speak to our team to get set up.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Health and Safety in a Care Setting course take?
The course involves 80 mins of learning. It is fully self-paced online study, you can pause and resume at any time, and your progress is saved automatically.
Is there an exam at the end of the course?
Yes. The course ends with a short online assessment. You can take it as soon as you have finished the material, and if you do not pass first time you can review the content and try again.
What certificate will I receive?
On passing the assessment you receive a verified certificate of completion in your name, which you can download immediately and share with employers as evidence of training.
Can I try Health and Safety in a Care Setting before I buy it?
Yes, every course includes a free trial. Select Start Free Trial to preview the course in the secure portal before deciding to purchase for £10.00.