Online course · Health & Social Care · Certificate on completion

Health and Safety in a Care Setting Online Training (UK)

Equip care staff with the health and safety knowledge they need to work safely and keep service users protected.

This online course covers the key health and safety responsibilities for anyone working in a care setting — from risk assessment and infection control basics through to incident reporting and lone working.

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Who this course is for

This course is suitable for:

Care assistants and support workers in residential and domiciliary care
Senior carers and team leaders
New starters completing induction or the Care Certificate
Anyone working in a care environment who needs health and safety awareness

Suitable for all care staff at any level. Commonly used as part of induction and Care Certificate programmes.

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What you'll learn

By the end of the course, learners will have a clearer understanding of:

Key health and safety legislation relevant to care settings
How to carry out and document basic risk assessments
Manual handling awareness and safe working practices
Infection prevention and hygiene basics
How to identify and report hazards and incidents
Responsibilities of both employers and employees

Why health and safety training matters in care

Care settings present a unique range of health and safety risks — from manual handling injuries to infection outbreaks. Staff who understand their responsibilities can help prevent accidents, protect service users, and reduce the risk of costly incidents.

This course provides clear, practical guidance that is directly applicable to the day-to-day realities of working in care.

How the online training works

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Instant access after purchase

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Self-paced learning that fits around shifts

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Clear modules designed for care settings

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Certificate on completion

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Related online care training

If you are building a complete training plan for care staff, you may also want:

Infection Control
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Moving and Handling People
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Duty of Care
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The Care Certificate
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FAQs

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How long does the course take?

The course is self-paced, so learners can complete it in stages that fit around their work schedule.

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Is a certificate provided?

Yes, a certificate is issued on completion for staff records.

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Does this course form part of the Care Certificate?

Yes. Health and safety in the work setting is one of the 15 Care Certificate standards.

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Is this different from a general workplace health and safety course?

Yes. While it covers similar principles, the content is tailored specifically to care environments and the risks that care workers face.

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