This module is for people working in healthcare, especially new staff, students, and those on work experience.
It helps you understand the main risks in healthcare and what both employers and employees are responsible for.
This module will help keep you and others safe and support a safe healthcare workplace.
This training is only available to HSE staff.
Who this training is for
This training is mandatory for all staff.
Course specification
After completing this module, you will be able to:
- recognise common workplace hazards encountered in healthcare settings
- understand the core duties staff and management have in maintaining safety
- explain the purpose of the safety statement
- identify key control measures to prevent work-related accidents and ill health
Duration
30 minutes online
Assessment
Online assessment
How to book
Online on HSeLanD
Training records
Managers must keep copies of employees' training records on file. This is in line with the HSE National Records Retention Policy.
The policy requires managers to keep electronic files for 7 years after an employee's term of service ends.
A template for recording training dates is included in the OSH training toolkit.
Refresher frequency
This programme must be completed as part of the induction process. In some cases, refresher training may be required. This will be identified through the risk assessment or training needs assessment (TNA) process.
Important
This should be used alongside local induction programmes, where you will be introduced to safe work practices, processes, and risks specific to your area of work.