- Introduction
- The Law
- Risk Assessments
- Accidents and Sudden Illness
- Workplace Hazards
- Moving and Assisting
- Medication and Healthcare Tasks
- Hazardous Substances
- Fire Safety
- Conflict Resolution
- Working Securely
- Welfare Facilities
- Home Working
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Health, Safety and Welfare – GPs
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Brief description OF Health, Safety and Welfare
By the end of this section, you will understand: The importance of minimizing workplace risks Why health and safety awareness is essential Key health and safety terminology Important statistics relating to workplace safety Module 1 : introduction
By the end of this section, you will be able to understand: Why reducing workplace risks is essential The importance of health and safety awareness Key health and safety terminology Important health and safety statistics Module 2 : The Law
By the end of this section, you will understand: The duties set out in the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 Other key health and safety regulations The legal responsibilities of employers and employees Module 3 : Risk Assessment
By the end of this section, you will be able to demonstrate an understanding of: What a risk assessment is Why risk assessments are necessary How risk assessments are carried out Key considerations when conducting risk assessments in health and social care The different hazards and risks associated with various occupations MODULE 4 : ACCIDENT AND SUDDEN ILLNESS
By the end of this section, you will be able to demonstrate an understanding of: What musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions are, their prevalence, and their impact on quality of life and independence What stress is, how to recognize its signs, and how to support stress management Key considerations relating to mental health conditions in the workplace MODULE 5 : WORKPLACE HAZARD
By the end of this section, you should understand: What defines a home worker Employer responsibilities for home workers Your responsibilities while working from home MODULE 6 : MOVING AND ASSISTING
By the end of this section, you will be able to demonstrate an understanding of: The consequences of poor moving and handling practice The impact of good and poor posture on the shoulders, back and hips Key principles when moving objects and people Equipment that can be used to move objects and individuals safely MODULE 7: MEDICATION AND HEALTHCARE TASKS
By the end of this section, you will be able to demonstrate an understanding of: Key considerations relating to medication, including administration and assistance Responsibilities associated with supporting individuals with medication Considerations relating to additional healthcare tasks you may undertake MODULE 8 : HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES
By the end of this section, you will be able to demonstrate an understanding of: What hazardous and harmful substances are Where hazardous substances may be found in the workplace How these substances can cause ill health The importance of the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH) MODULE 9 : FIRE SAFETY
By the end of this section, you will understand: The importance of fire safety in the workplace The three components of the fire triangle Key emergency considerations The correct actions to take if a fire is discovered How to safely use fire doors and fire exits MODULE 10 : CONFLICT RESOLUTION
By the end of this section, you should understand: The definition of violence at work The impact of violence on individuals and others Factors that can cause situations to become violent or aggressive By the end of this section, you should understand: Key considerations for security measures and procedures in health and social care settings Considerations for safe lone working Procedures for managing missing persons MODULE 12 : WELFARE FACILITES
By the end of this section, you should understand: The welfare facilities that employers must provide How these facilities contribute to a safe and healthy working environment MODULE 13 : HOME WORKING
By the end of this section, you should understand: What defines a home worker Employer responsibilities for home workers Your responsibilities while working from home