This training module includes the following topics:
Introduction to Health and Safety:
- Importance of health and safety in healthcare settings
- Legal responsibilities and obligations
- Organizational Commitment to Safety
Understanding the organization's commitment to delivering services safely:
- Policies and procedures for maintaining health and safety
- Legislation, Policies, and Procedures
Importance of acting in accordance with relevant legislation and policies:
- Consequences of non-compliance
- Consultation and Communication
Arrangements for consulting employees on health and safety matters:
- Importance of effective communication for a safe workplace
- Health and Safety Policy
Locating and understanding the organization's health and safety policy:
- Hazard, Risk, and Risk Assessment
Definitions and significance of hazard, risk, and risk assessment:
- Identifying and managing workplace hazards
- Workplace Hazards
Common workplace hazards (e.g., slips, trips, falls, chemicals, stress, abuse, workstation setup):
- Risk Management
Preventive and protective measures for managing risks:
- Safe Working Practices
Application of safe working practices specific to healthcare roles:
- Patient Safety
Ensuring patient safety and following proper protocols:
- Reporting Health and Safety Concerns
- Organizational procedures for reporting concerns
- Incident Reporting
- Responsibilities in reporting incidents, ill health, and near misses
- Raising Health and Safety Concerns
- Proper channels and procedures for reporting safety issues
- Information Management
- How organizations use reported information to manage risks effectively