Mandatory Care Training

HEALTH, SAFETY, AND WELL-BEING

1. The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 (UK): Understanding the key aspects of this act for workplace safety.
2. Hazard Identification and Risk Control: Identifying potential hazards and implementing measures to manage risks effectively.
3. Basics of Health and Safety Law: Familiarising oneself with the fundamental principles of health and safety regulations.
4. PPE Awareness: Understanding the importance of Personal Protective Equipment and its proper usage.
5. Personal and Occupational Health: Addressing both personal and occupational health concerns.
6. Statistics on Health & Safety: Examining relevant statistics to improve workplace safety.
7. RIDDOR and COSHH: Learning about Reporting of Injuries, Diseases, and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations, as well as Control of Substances Hazardous to Health.
8. Mental Health Awareness and Well-being: Promoting mental health awareness and well-being among employees.

FIRST AID / BASIC LIFE SUPPORT AND RESUSCITATION FOR ADULTS

1. DRABC Assessment: Understanding the systematic approach to assessing emergencies (Danger, Response, Airway, Breathing, Circulation).
2. Life Support: Learning essential life-saving techniques.
3. Anaphylaxis: Recognising and managing severe allergic reactions.
4. NEWS (National Early Warning Score): Understanding a tool used to assess a patient's condition.
5. Communication: Improving communication skills during emergencies.
6. Signs of Life: Identifying signs of life in a casualty.
7. Post Resuscitation Care: Knowing the appropriate care after resuscitation efforts.
8. Choking: Managing choking incidents.
9. Dealing with Bleeding, Shock, Seizure, and Epilepsy: Properly responding to these medical emergencies.
10. RESPECT and DNACPR Forms: Understanding and respecting patients' wishes.
11. Data Protection: Ensuring data protection and confidentiality.

MOVING AND HANDLING PEOPLE

1. The Back and Spine: Understanding the importance of back and spine safety.
2. Staff Responsibilities: Clarifying staff responsibilities in moving and handling procedures.
3. Safe Manual Handling: Learning proper techniques for safe manual handling.
4. Bio-mechanics: Understanding the principles of body mechanics during handling.
5. People Handling Risks: Identifying and mitigating risks associated with moving people.
6. Care Plans: Incorporating care plans into moving and handling procedures.
7. Equipment Handling: Safely using equipment for moving people.
8. TILE Process: Applying the TILE process for safe handling (Task, Individual, Load, Environment).
9. Controversial Techniques: Avoiding and understanding controversial handling techniques.
10. Musculoskeletal Disorders: Recognising and preventing musculoskeletal disorders related to moving and handling.
11. Costs: Considering the costs involved in moving and handling procedures.

INFECTION PREVENTION & CONTROL & COVID 19 AWARENESS

1. Legal Considerations: Understanding legal aspects of infection prevention and control.
2. COVID-19: Specific awareness and precautions related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
3. Chain of Infection: Understanding how infections spread and breaking the chain of transmission.
4. COSHH and RIDDOR: Complying with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health and Reporting of Injuries, Diseases, and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations.
5. Sharps: Safely handling sharp objects to prevent infections.
6. Fluids Management: Properly managing fluids to minimise infection risks.
7. Personal Hygiene: Emphasising the importance of personal hygiene in infection control.
8. Cleaning and Laundry: Maintaining cleanliness and proper laundry procedures to prevent infections.
9. Decontamination: Understanding and implementing decontamination practices.
10. PPE: Proper usage and disposal of Personal Protective Equipment.
11. Risk Assessments: Conducting risk assessments for infection prevention and control.

INFORMATION GOVERNANCE AND RECORD KEEPING

1. Cybersecurity and Information Security: Understanding the importance of protecting information and data.
2. Legislation on Data Protection: Familiarising with relevant data protection laws.
3. GDPR 2018: Complying with the General Data Protection Regulation of 2018.
4. Disclosures and Information Requests: Managing information disclosures and responding to information requests.
5. Manual and Electronic Records: Handling both manual and electronic record-keeping effectively.
6. Social Media and Emailing: Addressing information governance concerns related to social media and email communication.
7. ICT Security: Ensuring the security of information and communication technology.

LONE WORKING

1. What Is Lone Working? Understanding the concept and implications of working alone.
2. Legal Duties of Lone Working: Knowing the legal responsibilities related to lone working.
3. Safe Systems of Work: Implementing safe work procedures for lone workers.
4. Hierarchy of Lone Working Risk Controls: Applying a structured approach to risk control for lone working scenarios.
5. Dynamic Risk Assessment: Conducting real-time risk assessments while working alone.
6. Hazards That Increase Lone Working Risk: Identifying and mitigating hazards that can escalate risks for lone workers.
7. Lone Working Risk Factors: Understanding the factors that contribute to lone working risks.
8. Communications During Lone Work: Ensuring effective communication for lone workers' safety.

EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY AND INCLUSIVITY

1. Defining Diversity: Recognising the importance of diversity in the workplace.
2. Overcoming Barriers to Building Multi-cultural Relationships: Addressing challenges and fostering inclusivity.
3. Understanding Unconscious Bias: Identifying different types of unconscious bias and their origins.
4. Training Options: Exploring training options for individuals, groups/teams, and organisations to promote equality and diversity.

SAFEGUARDING ADULTS AND CHILDREN

1. Defining Abuse: Understanding the various forms of abuse.
2. Legislation on Safeguarding Vulnerable People: Knowing the legal framework for safeguarding vulnerable individuals.
3. Prevention and Management of Abuse: Implementing measures to prevent and handle abuse situations.
4. Dignity and Respect: Promoting a culture of dignity and respect in care settings.
5. Person-Centered Care: Ensuring care approaches are tailored to individuals' needs and preferences.
6. DOLS (Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards) and MCA (Mental Capacity Act): Understanding the application of these safeguards.
7. Safeguarding Boards: Knowing the role of Safeguarding Boards in protecting vulnerable individuals.
8. Whistleblowing: Encouraging reporting of concerns to protect those at risk.
9. Dealing with Abuse: Properly responding to instances of abuse.
10. Safeguarding Procedures: Understanding and following safeguarding procedures.
11. Duty of Candour and Whistle-blowing: Being open and transparent about incidents and concerns.
12. CAFCASS (Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service) and LCSBS (Local Children's Safeguarding Board): Understanding the role of these organisations in safeguarding children.

FIRE SAFETY & AWARENESS

1. Fire Statistics: Understanding fire-related data and statistics.
2. Causes and Sources of Fire: Identifying common causes and sources of fires.
3. Fire Precautions: Implementing preventive measures to reduce fire risks.
4. Fire Alarms and Smoke/Heat Detection: Understanding fire alarm systems and smoke/heat detectors.
5. Evacuation Procedures: Knowing the appropriate actions to take during a fire evacuation.
6. Fire Triangle: Understanding the three components necessary for a fire to occur (heat, fuel, oxygen)

FOOD SAFETY

1. Introduction to Food Safety: Understanding the importance of maintaining food safety standards in various settings.
2. Food Safety Regulations in a Globalised World: Recognising the significance of international regulations and standards for food safety.
3. A Brief History of Food Safety: Exploring the evolution of food safety practices over time.
4. The Seven Principles of a Safe Food Supply Chain: Identifying the key principles that ensure a safe and reliable food supply chain.
5. The Importance of Food Safety and the Consequences of Non-Compliance: Emphasising the significance of adhering to food safety guidelines and the potential repercussions of non-compliance.
6. The Human Cost of Unsafe Food Handling: Understanding the impact of mishandling food on human health and well-being.