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This risk assessment training aims to teach staff the importance of properly risk assessing and aims to equip staff with the tools and knowledge to make assessments a more practical and achievable process.

This is an essential development course for any staff with a responsibility to risk assess.

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Course Summary

Discuss the stages of the Risk Assessment process and define what is meant by Risk Management.
Review the requirements of Statutory and Regulatory Bodies in the Management of Risk within the Care Sector.
Discuss the “day to day” Risks associated with the care of Vulnerable Adults and consider the strategies adopted to control the Risks directly posed to Individuals.
Examine on how the Individuality, Independence, Privacy, and Dignity of a Vulnerable Adult is balanced against their safety needs.
Consider how to take into account the link between Risk Assessment and the need to ensure appropriate Care and Support Planning.

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Where Do You Deliver The Risk Assessment Training?

We can deliver this training at your premises, as long as it's within the UK. Also, we have our own venues in Stoke on Trent, London, Swindon, Epsom & York if you need access to a training room (additional charges will apply). We can also deliver this training virtually using Zoom. However, sessions delivered via Zoom will be theory only and will not include any practicals.

How long will the training last?

This training will last 2-3 hours. We give a range of time to account for variable factors such as; underlying knowledge and competence of delegates, class interaction and engagement and reduced delegate numbers. If a course finishes earlier than the allotted time, it will be due to one of these reasons. However, our trainer will ensure that all learning outcomes have been met.

Will attending this training make me competent?

In short, no. No classroom-based training course can give you full competency - be very wary of anyone claiming they can. Our classroom-based assessments are designed to bridge the gap between classroom learning and workplace competency. We will be sure to provide you with the relevant workbooks and competency proformas to be observed and signed off within the workplace according to your local policy.

Who Will Conduct The Training?

One of our expert tutors. These all have an abundance of first hand care experience and knowledge - so you'll be in great hands! We will let you know who is doing the training in advance. You can check out their skills and experience by finding them on our meet the team page.

What equipment will you use for training?

We have a variety of different training equipment and tools available. The training will be relevant and transferable. However, if you have a specific requirement for a particular type of equipment, please make this clear during the booking process, and the team will ensure this is provided. Alternatively, we can use your own equipment for training.

Risk Assessment Training in Health and Social Care

Risk assessment training in health and social care teaches staff how to spot, evaluate, and manage risks in healthcare settings. It covers legal rules, risk assessment methods, and practical ways to improve safety. You will learn how to check for dangers, understand how serious they are, and find ways to make things safer. The course also explains safety rules like the Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999.

The training teaches you to follow the law and do the right thing to stop accidents and keep people safe. This course is good for people who want to improve their skills or need to meet safety rules at work. After the course, you will be ready to help make care homes, hospitals, and other workplaces safer.

This course will help you learn the main steps of risk assessment in social care. It will show you how to keep people safe while still respecting their dignity, independence, and personal choices.

You will learn what your responsibilities are as a care worker and what the rules are for managing risks in care. The course will also teach you simple ways to spot risks, manage them, and make good care and support plans for the people you look after.

Course Information:

Course Duration: 2- 3 hours
Course Level: Level 2
Certificate: 2-year certificate
Max Delegates: 12
Practical: No
Course Mode: Face to Face (Onsite & Offsite)

Learning Outcomes

On completion of the health and social care risk assessment course, you will be able to:

Identify the stages of the Risk Assessment process and define what is meant by Risk
Describe the requirements of Statutory and Regulatory Bodies in the Management of Risk within the Care Sector
Describe the “day to day” Risks associated with the care of Vulnerable Adults and consider the strategies adopted to control the Risks directly posed to Individuals
Explain on how the Individuality, Independence, Privacy, and Dignity of a Vulnerable Adult is balanced against their safety needs
State how to take into account the link between Risk Assessment and the need to ensure appropriate Care and Support Planning.

Risk Assessment Course Outline

1. Introduction to Risk Assessment and Management

What risk assessment means in care
The main steps in checking risks
Why managing risks is important in care

2. Statutory and Regulatory Bodies in Risk Management

Basic rules for managing risks
The role of groups like CQC (Care Quality Commission) and local councils
Knowing your legal duties in managing risks

3. Identifying Day-to-Day Risks in Social Care

Common risks when caring for vulnerable people
How to check risks with moving, medication, and mental health
Ways to reduce or stop risks

4. Balancing Safety with Individuality and Dignity

Why it’s important to respect people’s privacy, independence, and dignity
How to keep people safe while respecting them
Examples of keeping dignity while making sure people are safe

5. Strategies for Managing Risks in Vulnerable Adults

How to control risks in a good way
Getting service users and their families involved in checking risks
Supporting independence and well-being while managing risks

6. Linking Risk Assessment with Care and Support Planning

How checking risks links to care plans
How to add risk management to personal care plans
Updating care plans when needs change

7. Best Practices in Risk Management

Guidelines for checking risks often
Why it’s important to keep records of risk management
Ways to keep improving risk management

Course Benefits of Risk Assessment Training in Social Care

Better Understanding of Risk Assessments
Learn how to do risk assessments properly, from spotting risks to managing and reviewing them.
Meeting Legal Requirements
Understand the laws and rules that your organisation needs to follow.
Better Care for Vulnerable Adults
Find ways to identify and reduce risks for vulnerable adults, keeping them safe while respecting their dignity and privacy.
Improved Care Planning
Learn how to connect risk assessments with care plans that suit each person’s needs while managing risks.
Practical Risk Management Skills
Gain skills to manage daily risks in social care settings without taking away people’s freedom.
More Confidence in Handling Risks
Build confidence in dealing with tricky situations where safety and individual rights need to be balanced.
Career Growth
Completing this training improves your skills and qualifications, making you more competitive for jobs that require risk management expertise.

Who is this Risk Assessment Course for?

Care Home Managers and Supervisors: People who manage daily operations in care homes, making sure both staff and residents are safe from risks.
Social Care Workers
Workers who provide direct care to vulnerable adults and need to check and manage risks every day.
Healthcare Assistants
People working with healthcare teams in different care settings, who need skills in managing risks to help keep clients safe.
Safeguarding Officers
Staff who make sure vulnerable adults are safe and protected in care settings.
Support Workers
People who provide personalised care to adults in their homes or other places, needing to balance safety with respecting the person’s choices.
Social Workers
Workers who check the well-being of vulnerable adults and need to include risk management in care plans.
New Managers or Supervisors in Social Care Settings
People new to management in social care who need to learn about risk assessment and management.

This training on risk assessment in social care is for anyone working in or managing social care settings, especially those caring for vulnerable adults.

Career Opportunities

Taking this short course can help you get useful skills for many types of jobs. Here are some ways it can help your career:

Jobs You Can Use It In Right Away

Health and Safety Officers – Add risk assessment to your list of skills.
Team Leaders or Supervisors – Learn how to keep your team safe at work.
Facilities Managers – Spot dangers and know how to fix them.
HR Staff – Understand more about keeping workplaces safe for everyone.

Ways It Can Help You Move Forward

Health and Safety Certificates – This course is a good first step if you want to study NEBOSH or IOSH later.
Work in High-Risk Jobs – Get ready for jobs in construction, healthcare, or factories where safety really matters.
Compliance Jobs – Help make sure companies follow safety rules.
Become a Trainer – You could even go on to teach others about risk assessment.

This training shows you care about keeping people safe at work. It helps you build skills that are useful in many jobs – especially if you want more responsibility or a new role in safety.

As I have told others... It is the best, most informative training I have ever attended

Risk Assessment Training in Social Care