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Infection Prevention & Control Course Online - Online Course This Infection Control and Prevention course will make you aware of the hazard posed by infections. It will also make you aware of how infections are spread and how to break the chain of infection. The most effective way of preventing infection from spreading is to have clean hands. The course covers good hand washing technique and at identifies when you should clean your hands. For employers, the course is an easy way to ensure that they comply with the legal responsibilities under the Public Health Regulations and the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. Infection Prevention & Control course outcomes After completing the course you will be able to describe: The terms pathogen, host, contamination and decontamination How infections spread What an outbreak of infection means Responsibilities with regard to infection control When you should wash your hands Good hand washing technique When to use PPE How to handle sharps How to handle soiled linen The need for infection prevention and control training The first course topic explains why there is a high risk of illness and infection in healthcare and care home settings. You will also learn about how your duty of care includes infection prevention and control. Infections and their causes The second topic describes the meaning of the terms pathogen, host and outbreak. The topic also gives examples of pathogenic organisms and explains the difference between infectious and non-infectious diseases. The chain of infection The third topic explains the term 'chain of infection'. You will learn about the six links in the chain of infection. The topic also presents examples of how infections enter and exit a human host. Outbreaks of infection Topic 4 identifies the symptoms of a fever. You will also learn about what is meant by an outbreak of infection and the steps that you should take when an outbreak occurs. Hand Hygiene Topic 5 explains why good hand hygiene is essential. You will also learn about the terms contamination and decontamination. The topic also describes good hand decontamination technique. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Topic 6 explains the purpose of PPE that will probably be used in your workplace. You will learn about your responsibilities and your employer's responsibilities regarding PPE. The topic also covers why your employer might offer you vaccinations. Handling waste Topic 7 describes the difference between hazardous and non-hazardous clinical waste. It also covers the regulations that classify waste and explains how to dispose of unwanted and out-of-date medicines. Disposal of sharps This topic explains how to handle 'sharps' and also identifies the action you should take if you suffer a sharps injury. Soiled linen This topic is about how and why you should decontaminate soiled linen. Personal responsibilities of infection prevention & control The final topic outlines your personal responsibilities regarding vaccinations, sickness and personal hygiene.

Hand-Arm Vibration (HAV) Training - Online Course This training will advise you of the hazards posed by Hand-Arm Vibration (HAV) at work. It will also explain the precautions that you need to take to prevent permanent injury to your health through prolonged exposure to vibration. According to the HSE, nearly 2 million people in the UK are at risk of developing Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) at work. HAVS is preventable, but once the damage is done it is permanent. Therefore, employers must ensure that their employees follow strict health and safety practices to protect themselves against the health risks associated with hand-arm vibration. Employers have a legal duty to take reasonable steps to safeguard the health and safety of all employees. Therefore, employers need to raise awareness about the risks associated with hand-arm vibration at work, and they need to outline how these risks can be minimised. What is Hand-Arm Vibration? Hand-arm vibration is any vibration transmitted from work processes into hands and arms. It can occur when operating hand-held or handguided power tools, such as concrete breakers, grinders, chainsaws, powered lawnmowers and compactors. Also, vibration can be transmitted into hands and arms by holding materials that are being processed by machines such as when buffing workpieces or off-hand grinding using a pedestal grinder. What are the learning outcomes for the Hand-Arm Vibration course? After completing the Hand-Arm Vibration online training course you will be able to describe: The principal health risks associated with HAV Legal duties and responsibilities relating to HAV Vibration exposure action values and exposure limit values How to easily find out your level of vibration exposure When monitoring of vibration levels is necessary HAV risk assessments How to reduce the risk of Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome and Carpal Tunnel Introduction to Hand-Arm Vibration The first topic explains what hand-arm vibration is and outlines what are the various sources of hand-arm vibration. The topic also identifies when HAV can be damaging to your health, outlines the symptoms of hand-arm vibration syndrome and explains how it can affect your health in the long term. This topic also looks at Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and outlines the incidence of HAVS and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in the UK over the past decade. The Risk of Hand-Arm Vibration at Work The second topic identifies the factors that increase your risk of developing Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome and other health issues related to vibration. Also, the topic outlines the industries where the risk of developing vibration-induced health issues is highest and the equipment that can cause ill health from vibration. Finally, the topic will outline the factors that indicate whether you are at risk of developing Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome. The Control of Vibration at Work The third topic provides an overview of important legislation that aims to protect workers from vibration-related injury and ill health. This topic also outlines why it is important to assess the risk of injury from vibratory tools in the workplace and explains how vibration exposure is calculated. Managing HAV Risks The final topic indicates the actions that employers and employees should take to reduce their exposure to hand-arm vibration and minimise the risk of developing HAVS. Also, this topic explains the purpose of risk assessment and health surveillance, and when these should be carried out.

Working in Confined Spaces Training - Online Course This Working in Confined Spaces course provides learners with the knowledge they need to identify confined spaces and makes them aware of the hazards and risks of working in a confined space. The law requires employers to take reasonable steps to safeguard the health and safety of all employees. One of these steps should be to raise awareness of the hazards of working in a confined space. This Working in Confined Space online training only provides awareness education. Face to face training would be needed in addition in order to complete the all-round skills and knowledge to be able to carry this forward practically in your organisation. What are the learning outcomes for the Working in Confined Spaces course? At the end of the course you will be able to describe: Key legislation relating to confined spaces The two essential factors that determine if you are working in a confined space Examples of confined spaces The specific risks associated with confined spaces General hazards found in confined spaces How you can work safely and in accordance with the Confined Spaces Regulations 1997 The requirements of a Confined Space Risk Assessment What a permit-to-work system is and when this is required The use of Personal Protective Equipment and Respiratory Equipment Emergency Procedures Confined Spaces and the Law The first topic outlines UK law that aims to protect workers' health and safety. You will learn about the definition of a confined space and when the regulations apply. The topic also covers the atmospheric and physical hazards associated with confined spaces. Types of Confined Space The second topic describes several types of confined spaces. You will learn about when a change of conditions can cause a space to become subject to the regulations and when a space might temporarily be subject to the regulations. The Specified Risks The third topic is about specific risks. You will learn about flammable substances and oxygen enrichment, excessive heat and toxic gases. The topic covers oxygen deficiency, liquids and solid materials which can flow. General Hazards Topic 4 is about general hazards that you might encounter in confined spaces. You will learn about regulations that address specific common hazards. The topic covers the risk of collapse in excavation work, the hazard posed by poor illumination and hot work hazards. You will also learn about the need to be alert to stress and fatigue. Duties Under the Regulations Topic 5 outlines who is responsible for complying with the regulations. It explains how to identify confined spaces and the confined space risk assessment. It also covers the duties and responsibilities of employees. Confined Space Risk Assessments Topic 6 identifies who should carry out a confined space risk assessment. You will learn about risk assessment priorities and measures you can take to avoid working in confined spaces. Safe Systems of Work Topic 7 explains what a safe system of work is and describes HSE guidance for safe systems. You will learn about eight key elements of a safe system of work and when a permit-to-work system is required. PPE and RPE Topic 8 is about PPE. You will learn about why the PPE and RPE is a last resort, and about your duty to use any PPE provided. The topic covers the risk of heat stress when wearing PPE. Emergency Arrangements The final topic is about emergency arrangements. It covers communications, the capability of rescuers and rescue and resuscitation equipment. You will also learn about when other processes must be shut down and the need to liaise with local emergency services.

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