Workplace Health & Safety Training for Care Homes, Healthcare Professionals and Support Workers

Course Duration: Half Day (3–4 Hours) or Full Day (6 Hours)
Delivery: Classroom | On-site Workplace Training | Bespoke Group Training
Certificate Validity: 1 Year (Annual Refresher Recommended)

Course Fee:

• Individual Booking: From £55 per learner
• Group Booking (up to 12 learners): From £450
• Bespoke organisational training packages available.

Health & Safety Training at Vertex Learning Hub

Creating a safe working environment is essential within health and social care. Healthcare professionals work in environments where risks can arise from manual handling, hazardous substances, infection risks, workplace equipment, lone working and supporting individuals with complex needs.

Vertex Learning Hub’s Health & Safety in Health and Social Care Training provides learners with the knowledge and confidence required to identify workplace hazards, reduce risks and follow safe working practices.

This practical course supports care workers and healthcare professionals in understanding their responsibilities while promoting safer environments for colleagues, service users and visitors.

Course Overview

This course introduces essential workplace health and safety principles relevant to health and social care settings.

Learners will explore workplace responsibilities, risk assessment, accident prevention, reporting procedures, hazardous substances, personal protective equipment (PPE), emergency procedures and maintaining a safe environment.

The training is designed to support organisations in meeting their legal responsibilities and developing a positive safety culture.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course learners will be able to:

• Understand the importance of health and safety within care environments.
• Recognise workplace hazards and risks.
• Understand employer and employee responsibilities.
• Complete basic risk assessments.
• Report accidents, incidents and unsafe practices.
• Understand COSHH responsibilities.
• Use PPE correctly.
• Follow safe working procedures.
• Understand lone working risks.
• Reduce workplace injuries.
• Promote safer care environments.
• Understand emergency procedures.

Course Curriculum

Module 1 – Introduction to Health and Safety

Learners will explore:

• What health and safety means
• Importance of workplace safety
• Creating a safety culture
• Responsibilities within care settings
• The impact of unsafe practices

Module 2 – Health and Safety Legislation

Understanding key legislation including:

• Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
• Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations
• Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR)
• COSHH Regulations
• Manual Handling Operations Regulations
• Personal Protective Equipment Regulations

Module 3 – Roles and Responsibilities

Learners will understand:

Employer responsibilities:

• Providing a safe workplace
• Providing training
• Managing risks
• Providing equipment and resources

Employee responsibilities:

• Following policies
• Reporting hazards
• Using equipment safely
• Protecting themselves and others

Module 4 – Risk Assessment

Learners will explore:

• What is a hazard?
• What is risk?
• Identifying workplace hazards
• Evaluating risks
• Implementing control measures
• Reviewing risks

Including practical examples from:

• Care homes
• Supported living
• Community care
• Healthcare environments

Module 5 – Accident and Incident Reporting

Learners will understand:

• Why incidents must be reported
• Accident reporting procedures
• Near misses
• Incident investigation
• Learning from mistakes
• Preventing future incidents

Module 6 – COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health)

Topics include:

• Identifying hazardous substances
• Cleaning chemicals
• Disinfectants
• Medication-related risks
• Safe storage
• Safety data sheets
• Exposure procedures

Module 7 – Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Learners will understand:

• Types of PPE
• When PPE is required
• Correct use and removal
• PPE limitations
• Maintaining personal safety

Including:

• Gloves
• Aprons
• Masks
• Eye protection

Module 8 – Workplace Hazards in Health and Social Care

Common hazards include:

• Slips, trips and falls
• Electrical equipment
• Sharps
• Chemicals
• Fire risks
• Infection risks
• Unsafe environments
• Workplace violence

Learners will understand prevention strategies.

Module 9 – Lone Working

Understanding:

• Risks associated with lone working
• Personal safety
• Communication procedures
• Reporting concerns
• Emergency support systems

Particularly relevant for:

• Domiciliary carers
• Community workers
• Outreach teams

Module 10 – Safe Moving and Handling Awareness

Learners will explore:

• Manual handling responsibilities
• Preventing injuries
• Using equipment correctly
• Following care plans
• Seeking assistance when required

Module 11 – Workplace Violence and Aggression Awareness

Including:

• Recognising risks
• De-escalation awareness
• Maintaining personal safety
• Reporting incidents
• Supporting colleagues

Module 12 – Emergency Procedures

Learners will understand:

• Emergency response
• First aid responsibilities
• Fire safety links
• Evacuation procedures
• Reporting emergencies

Who Should Attend?

This course is suitable for:

• Healthcare Assistants
• Support Workers
• Registered Nurses
• Senior Carers
• Care Home Staff
• Domiciliary Care Workers
• Supported Living Staff
• Team Leaders
• Care Managers
• Administrators
• Maintenance Staff
• Volunteers working in healthcare environments

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements.

The course is suitable for both new starters and experienced healthcare professionals.

Assessment

Learners are assessed through:

• Knowledge checks
• Workplace scenario discussions
• Trainer questioning
• Group activities
• Practical examples

Certification

Successful learners receive:

Vertex Learning Hub Health & Safety in Health and Social Care Certificate

The certificate confirms completion of workplace health and safety awareness training suitable for care environments.

Annual refresher training is recommended to maintain knowledge and compliance.

Why Choose Vertex Learning Hub?

Vertex Learning Hub provides practical, workplace-focused training designed specifically for health and social care professionals.

Our Health & Safety training includes:

• Experienced trainers
• Healthcare-specific examples
• Interactive learning
• Practical risk scenarios
• Flexible delivery options
• Small group training
• Employer-focused solutions

Benefits of Health & Safety Training

Effective health and safety training helps organisations to:

• Reduce workplace accidents
• Improve staff confidence
• Protect service users
• Strengthen compliance
• Improve risk management
• Reduce workplace injuries
• Create safer environments
• Promote professional practice

Delivery Options

Classroom Training

Scheduled courses delivered by Vertex Learning Hub trainers.

Workplace Training

We deliver training directly at:

• Care homes
• Nursing homes
• Supported living services
• Healthcare facilities
• Community care organisations

Bespoke Organisational Training

Tailored programmes available for:

• Healthcare providers
• Care groups
• Charities
• Social care organisations
• Large staff teams

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Health & Safety training mandatory in care settings?

Yes. Employers have a responsibility to provide appropriate health and safety training to ensure staff understand workplace risks and safe working practices.

Is this course suitable for new care workers?

Yes. It is ideal for new starters completing mandatory induction training.

Does the course cover COSHH?

Yes. COSHH awareness and safe handling of hazardous substances are included.

Does the course include risk assessment training?

Yes. Learners are introduced to identifying hazards, assessing risks and implementing control measures.

How often should Health & Safety training be refreshed?

Many organisations recommend annual refresher training to maintain competence and awareness.

Can you deliver training at our workplace?

Yes. Vertex Learning Hub provides on-site training tailored to your organisation.

Book Your Health & Safety Training Course

A safe workplace begins with knowledgeable and confident staff.

Vertex Learning Hub’s Health & Safety in Health and Social Care Training helps professionals understand their responsibilities, recognise risks and contribute to safer care environments.

Whether you are an individual learner or an organisation developing your workforce, our experienced trainers provide practical training designed around real healthcare settings.

Contact Vertex Learning Hub today to book your Health & Safety course or arrange workplace training for your team.

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