Advanced Skill Certificate in Healthcare PPE Risk Assessment
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Healthcare PPE Risk Assessment is a crucial skill for healthcare professionals to master. Assessing risks associated with personal protective equipment (PPE) is vital in healthcare settings. This…
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Why enrol on this course?
Healthcare PPE Risk Assessment
is a crucial skill for healthcare professionals to master.Assessing risks associated with personal protective equipment (PPE) is vital in healthcare settings. This Advanced Skill Certificate program is designed for healthcare professionals who want to develop their skills in conducting thorough risk assessments.
By completing this program, learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of the importance of risk assessment in healthcare PPE, including identifying hazards, evaluating risks, and implementing control measures.
Develop your skills in risk assessment and take the first step towards a safer healthcare environment. Explore this program further to learn more about the importance of risk assessment in healthcare PPE.
About this course
Who is this course for?
| Ideal Audience for Advanced Skill Certificate in Healthcare PPE Risk Assessment | Healthcare professionals, particularly those working in the National Health Service (NHS) in the UK, are at risk of exposure to infectious diseases due to inadequate PPE use. In 2020, the NHS reported a 25% increase in PPE-related incidents, resulting in 1,400 hospital-acquired infections. |
| Key Characteristics: | Healthcare workers, infection control specialists, and those involved in PPE training and procurement are likely to benefit from this advanced skill certificate. With the COVID-19 pandemic, the demand for PPE has skyrocketed, with the UK government ordering over 11 billion items of PPE in 2020 alone. |
| Learning Objectives: | Upon completion of this advanced skill certificate, learners will be able to conduct thorough PPE risk assessments, identify potential hazards, and implement effective mitigation strategies to minimize the risk of infection transmission. |
| Benefits: | By acquiring this advanced skill certificate, learners will enhance their knowledge and skills in PPE risk assessment, ultimately contributing to a safer and healthier work environment for themselves and their patients. |
Key facts
This program is typically offered over a duration of 2-3 days and is ideal for healthcare professionals who work in high-risk areas, such as operating rooms, intensive care units, or emergency departments.
Upon completion of the program, learners can expect to achieve the following learning outcomes: they will be able to identify potential hazards associated with PPE use, conduct a thorough risk assessment to identify potential risks, develop a plan to mitigate identified risks, and implement a safe PPE use policy in their workplace.
The industry relevance of this program is high, as it addresses a critical aspect of healthcare safety and compliance with regulatory requirements. Healthcare organizations that adopt this program can expect to reduce the risk of PPE-related injuries and illnesses, improve compliance with regulatory requirements, and enhance their reputation for prioritizing patient safety.
The Advanced Skill Certificate in Healthcare PPE Risk Assessment is also relevant to industries beyond healthcare, such as long-term care facilities, schools, and other settings where PPE is used to protect workers from hazardous materials or infectious agents.
Overall, this program is an essential investment for healthcare professionals and organizations that prioritize PPE safety and compliance.
Why this course?
| Year | Number of MSDs | Number of Lost Working Days |
|---|---|---|
| 2020-21 | 1,485 | 1,444 |
| 2019-20 | 1,341 | 1,243 |
| 2018-19 | 1,221 | 1,113 |
Career path
Course information
Duration
The programme is available in 2 duration modes:
- 1 month
- 2 months
Course delivery
Online
Course content
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Risk Assessment •
Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment •
PPE Selection and Use •
Chemical and Biological Hazards •
Physical Hazards and Ergonomics •
Fire and Explosion Hazards •
Bloodborne Pathogens and Infection Control •
PPE Maintenance and Cleaning •
Training and Competence •
Regulatory Compliance and Standards
Assessment
Assessment is via assignment submission.
Fee structure
The fee for the programme is as follows:
- 1 month — Accelerated mode @ GBP £140
- 2 months — Standard mode @ GBP £90
Accreditation
Who delivers this course
- Delivered by
- London School of International Business (LSIB) · UKPRN 10062390
- Awarded by
- an Ofqual-regulated awarding body
- Assessment
- Written assignments, no exams
- Support
- Personal tutor and admissions team, 7 days a week
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