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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.

This course provides an introduction to the concept of handling information in care settings. At the end of the course you will understand the need for secure handling of information and you will know how to access support if you have any questions regarding access to information. The course will cover the important role confidentiality plays in developing trusting relationships with the people in your care and it will define key terms such as ‘need to know’ and ‘consent’.

This course will provide you with an understanding of what autism is and how it affects a child’s daily life. It will touch on what factors contribute towards a child developing autism as well as some of the typical behaviours associated with it and how to can provide effective support for those with the condition. It also discusses what happens during the diagnosis process, some of the intervention methods that can help manage the condition and suggests some simple adaptations you can make to improve a child with autism’s day to day life.

In this course you’ll learn about the prevalence and different types of ‘sharps litter’ that can be found in the UK. It then covers the primary and secondary risks from sharps including some of the common blood borne viruses. It also covers the responsibilities of employers, the equipment needed and the effectiveness of PPE. Finally, it’ll cover how to report discarded sharps and the correct procedures to follow if you’re unlucky enough to receive a sharps injury.

This course will start by looking at some examples and statistics which highlight the seriousness and extent of aggressive pupil behaviour, it will then go on to explain how you can identify the stages of aggression and provide some tips on how you could de-escalate a pupil before they lash out. It also looks at where the law stands on this subject and finally best practice in theory if you ever do need to restrain a pupil.

This course will give you an understanding of person centred approaches for care and support, and how to implement a person-centred approach in an adult social care setting. It starts by explaining what we mean by person centred care and where this term originated. It then goes on to analyse the values represented by person centred care and explains why care should be as much as possible tailored to each service user. Finally it will give you an overview of care plans, daily reports, the importance of obtaining consent and much more.

Diabetes is a serious lifelong health condition that occurs when the amount of glucose, or sugar, in the blood is too high. If left untreated, high blood glucose levels can cause serious health complications. This course is aimed at people working in the health and social care sector and will provide an overview of the condition, the common symptoms that might indicate someone has diabetes, methods of diagnosis, some possible treatments and common complications that can affect those with the condition.

This Course at a Glance Understand the benefits associated with managing risks at work Demonstrate the various legislation that applies to working safely at work Define hazard and risk and outline the difference between them Know what control measures should be taken to eliminate risks and hazards Identify the common workplace hazards and know how to deal with each one Know how to improve safety performance within workplaces Understand how to protect the environment from these risks and hazards Know how to carry out effective risk assessments and emergency planning Working Safely Training Course Overview Health and safety are one of the few areas where the law imposes explicit duties on both employers and employees to ensure the workplace complies with the approved health and safety standards. A safe and healthy workplace may reduce injury and illness expenses, absenteeism and turnover, increase productivity and quality, and boost employee morale. Therefore, it is extremely important for every business regardless of its size or working condition, to implement effective Working Safely Training to ensure that your workforce is capable of working safely and without posing danger to themselves or others around them. Each year, 2.3 million women and men die as a result of work-related accidents or diseases, according to the International Labour Organization (ILO), equating to about 6000 deaths every day. This course can aid you in ensuring that your employees are well-trained to operate safely and without hurting themselves or others around them, thus reducing the likelihood of such workplace mishaps that can result in tragic accidents. This Working Safely Training Course is designed to help you recognise the hazards and risks that exist in the workplace and take steps to mitigate them through effective risk assessments and preventative actions. This course provides a concise insight into the methods for improving safety performance as well as the methods of protecting the environment. It also covers ways to create a safer, more productive work environment including other topics such as asbestos awareness, fire safety, working at heights, COSHH, PPE and much more. Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to implement effective safety procedures and measures within your workplace that comply with the approved Health and Safety laws. Who should take this course? Whether you are an employer or supervisor responsible for planning, supervising or managing the health and safety of your workforces at construction sites or simply looking to gain knowledge and skills to keep yourself safe at work, this Working Safely Training Course Online will set you up with the appropriate skills and knowledge required to evaluate effective ways to reduce the risk of injury or accident. This training is not limited to employers, employees, or a certain industry. It rather pertains to a wide range of industries, reaching out to any audience interested in learning more about workplace health and safety. Entry Requirements There are no academic entry requirements for this Working Safely Training Course Online course, and it is open to students of all academic backgrounds. However, you are required to have a laptop/desktop/tablet or smartphone and a good internet connection. Assessment Method This Working Safely Training Course Online assesses learners through multiple choice questions (MCQs). Upon successful completion of each module, learners must answer MCQs to step into the next module. Through the MCQs it is measured how much a learner could grasp from each section. In the assessment pass mark is 75%. Course Curriculum Module 1: Introducing Working Safely Module 2: Defining Hazard and Risk Module 3: Identifying Common Hazards Module 4: Improving Safety Performance Module 5: Protecting the Environment Module 6: Final Assessment Module 7: Hazard Perception Recognised Accreditation CPD Certification Service This course is accredited by continuing professional development (CPD). CPD UK is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations, and academic institutions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement. CPD certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Many organisations look for employees with CPD requirements, which means, that by doing this course, you would be a potential candidate in your respective field. Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. It will give you a competitive advantage in your career, making you stand out from all other applicants and employees.     Certificate of Achievement Endorsed Certificate from Quality Licence Scheme After successfully passing the MCQ exam you will be eligible to order the Endorsed Certificate by Quality Licence Scheme. The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. It will give you a competitive advantage in your career, making you stand out from all other applicants and employees. There is a Quality Licence Scheme endorsement fee to obtain an endorsed certificate which is £65. Certificate of Achievement from Lead Academy After successfully passing the MCQ exam you will be eligible to order your certificate of achievement as proof of your new skill. The certificate of achievement is an official credential that confirms that you successfully finished a course with Lead Academy. Certificate can be obtained in PDF version at a cost of £12, and there is an additional fee to obtain a printed copy certificate which is £35.   FAQs Is CPD a recognised qualification in the UK? CPD is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations and academic intuitions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement. CPD-certified certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Are QLS courses recognised? Although QLS courses are not subject to Ofqual regulation, they must adhere to an extremely high level that is set and regulated independently across the globe. A course that has been approved by the Quality Licence Scheme simply indicates that it has been examined and evaluated in terms of quality and fulfils the predetermined quality standards. When will I receive my certificate? For CPD accredited PDF certificate it will take 24 hours, however for the hardcopy CPD certificate takes 5-7 business days and for the Quality License Scheme certificate it will take 7-9 business days. Can I pay by invoice? Yes, you can pay via Invoice or Purchase Order, please contact us at info@lead-academy.org for invoice payment. Can I pay via instalment? Yes, you can pay via instalments at checkout. How to take online classes from home? Our platform provides easy and comfortable access for all learners; all you need is a stable internet connection and a device such as a laptop, desktop PC, tablet, or mobile phone. The learning site is accessible 24/7, allowing you to take the course at your own pace while relaxing in the privacy of your home or workplace. Does age matter in online learning? No, there is no age limit for online learning. Online learning is accessible to people of all ages and requires no age-specific criteria to pursue a course of interest. As opposed to degrees pursued at university, online courses are designed to break the barriers of age limitation that aim to limit the learner's ability to learn new things, diversify their skills, and expand their horizons. When I will get the login details for my course? After successfully purchasing the course, you will receive an email within 24 hours with the login details of your course. 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We have expanded our asbestos awareness courses to specifically cover the awareness of asbestos in soils, made-ground and construction and demolition materials. Essential for geotechnical engineers, plant operators, civil engineering contractors and ground workers.

Asbestos Awareness: Asbestos Awareness Asbestos Awareness Training is for people who have been exposed to asbestos, which is a harmful particle used in construction. Not only do people who work with hazardous substances like asbestos run the risk of developing serious health problems, but so do people who live nearby. The asbestos-containing product is no longer available on the market, but it remains in the older buildings. As a result, workers exposed to asbestos may develop serious lung and other severe diseases while working in asbestos-containing buildings. As a result, everyone must be aware of the dangers of asbestos. This Asbestos Awareness: Asbestos Awareness Training course will teach you all of the safety precautions you can take to keep yourself and others safe from asbestos. Our Asbestos Awareness Training course will help you enhance your expertise and add value to your CV with essential skills and an accredited qualification attesting to your knowledge of asbestos awareness: asbestos awareness. So, do not waste any more time; enrol this Asbestos Awareness: Asbestos Awareness Training now and start learning! Why choose this course from the School of Health Care? Self-paced course, access available from anywhere in the world. High-quality study materials that are easy to understand. Course developed by industry experts. After each module, there will be an MCQ quiz to assess your learning. Assessment results are generated automatically and instantly. 24/7 support is available via live chat, phone call, or email. Free PDF certificate after completing thecourse. Special Offers of this Asbestos Awareness: Asbestos Awareness Course: This Asbestos Awareness: Asbestos Awareness Course includes a FREE PDF Certificate. Lifetime access to this Asbestos Awareness: Asbestos Awareness Course Instant access to this Asbestos Awareness: Asbestos Awareness Course 24/7 Support Available to this Asbestos Awareness: Asbestos Awareness Course Asbestos Awareness: Asbestos Awareness Learning Objectives After completing the Asbestos Awareness Training course, the learner will be able to- Understand the fundamentals of Asbestos. Identify Asbestos-containing materials. Know the UK Asbestos Regulations. Understand the health hazards of exposure to Asbestos. Explain Asbestos Risk Assessment. Describe Asbestos Register. Inspect any buildings for Asbestos. Gain the knowledge, guidance and training that are required for Asbestos. Know the disposal of Asbestos-containing waste. Asbestos Awareness: Asbestos Awareness This Asbestos Awareness Training course is designed for people who work in the construction industry or who work in older buildings. Examples would include such trades as: Asbestos Surveyor Painters and Decorators Construction workers Carpenters and Joiners. Asbestos Removal Operatives General maintenance workers Property owners Asbestos Assessor Building surveyors Requirements Asbestos Awareness: Asbestos Awareness To enrol in this Asbestos Awareness: Asbestos Awareness Course, students must fulfil the following requirements: Good Command over English language is mandatory to enrol in our Asbestos Awareness: Asbestos Awareness Course. Be energetic and self-motivated to complete our Asbestos Awareness: Asbestos Awareness Course. Basic computer Skill is required to complete our Asbestos Awareness: Asbestos Awareness Course. If you want to enrol in our Asbestos Awareness: Asbestos Awareness Course, you must be at least 15 years old.