Safe Use of Bed Rails in Health and Social Care - Key Topics

Learn the key points you need to know about the safe use of bed rails in health and social care settings, in this bite-sized course.

  • Introduction to Bed Rails

  • Understanding the Risks of Bed Rails

  • Legal Status of Bed Rails

  • Are Bed Rails Always Appropriate?

  • Risk Assessment and Decision Making

  • Common Risks Identified in Practice

  • Safe Use, Fitting and Maintenance of Bed Rails

  • Training and Staff Responsibilities

  • Key Safety Message

  • Summary and Good Practice

Key Learning Outcomes

  • Explain what bed rails are and why they are used

  • Identify the risks associated with bed rail use

  • Recognise when bed rails may or may not be appropriate

  • Understand legal and regulatory responsibilities relating to bed rails

  • Carry out and follow a suitable risk assessment

  • Act to reduce the risk of entrapment, falls and injury

Why Choose This Course?

ACI Training & Consultancy is a leading provider of health and social care training in the UK, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality online courses that meet the needs of health and social care professionals and organisations. Our bite-sized course, Safe Use of Bed Rails in Health and Social Care, is developed by experienced clinicians and educators, ensuring that you receive the most up-to-date and relevant information.

  • Course Format: Interactive

  • Accessible: Learn anytime, anywhere, on any device (computer, tablet, phone, iPad, iPhone)

  • Bite-sized: Designed for busy healthcare professionals, this short course covers the topics you need to know

  • Engaging: Incorporates interactive elements

  • Accredited: Earn a certificate of completion for Safe Bed Rails in Health and Social Care

  • Affordable: Offers excellent value for money. Course bundles and Volume Discounts are also available, please contact us to discuss your requirements.

Course curriculum

    1. Course Instructions

    2. Introduction and Key Learning Outcomes

    3. Course

    4. Test

Price

  • £6.00

Course Information

Once you purchase the course, it is valid for you to take for 90 days.

  • This bite-sized course is designed for health and social care professionals who may work in a care home, domiciliary care or other healthcare setting, gain an understanding of the safe use of bed rails in health and social care.

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