Qualsafe Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in Health and Social Care (RQF)

This regulated and nationally recognised qualification is specifically designed to develop learners' knowledge of health and safety in a health and social care environment. It aims to ensure that individuals are equipped with the necessary understanding to maintain a safe working environment for themselves and those they care for.

Course Overview

During this comprehensive course, learners will cover a variety of topics relating to health and safety procedures in a health and social care setting, including:

• Health and safety roles and responsibilities of employers and employees
• Risk assessments and the principles of risk control hierarchy
• Common hazards in health and social care settings
• Contamination, cross-contamination, infection, and cross-infection
• Micro-organisms and controls for common microbiological hazards
• Personal hygiene practices, including hand washing and use of protective clothing
• Maintaining a clean working environment through cleaning, disinfection, sterilisation, and decontamination
• Proper storage of cleaning chemicals and cloths
• Procedures for dealing with waste, sharps, and spillages

Who Should Attend?

The Qualsafe Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in Health and Social Care (RQF) is intended for those who work, or plan to work, with patients or clients in a health and social care setting, such as hospitals, care homes, and day care centres. It is ideal for healthcare assistants, support workers, and anyone involved in the delivery of health and social care services.

Course Details

• Duration: 6 Guided Learning Hours
• Certification: Valid for 3 years
• Progression: Opportunities to advance to higher-level health and safety qualifications