Take your Health and Safety Training to the next level and learn how to stay safe when working in healthcare.
Healthcare Health and Safety Level 2 (VTQ) at a glance
- 3-year nationally recognised certificate
- 2 hours and 38 minutes of engaging video training
- Video access for 8 months
- Printable wall certificate
- CPD time credit conformation
- Includes manual & other downloads
- Free weekly video refresher
- Evidence Based Training certificate
Group Rates also available
The healthcare health & safety course is aimed at anyone who requires a course in health and safety awareness. It is designed to meet the Health and Safety regulations and covers regulations, precautions, planning, risk assessing, PPE, individual sectors, what causes accidents, employer/employee responsibilities, RIDDOR, COSHH, first aid, workstation/VDU safety, working at heights, gas safety, occupational health, infection control, electricity, enforcement and the dangers and links in the regulations in fire and manual handling.
This course is designed to also meet the increasing need for healthcare workers to have a comprehensive mix of training courses so we have combined Health and Safety with other subjects in one course to make it easier and cheaper to get qualified. The course covers more than just the usual health and safety subjects to give one course that meets multiple needs. The training needs of the healthcare industry are ever-expanding and you can add extra courses on to this course to meet your exact needs.
The content of this and all our courses has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines and come with a Certified CPD Statement as well as a ProTrainings Certificate and for online courses an Evidence Based Learning statement.
- Healthcare workers
- Locus
- Care staff
- Doctors
- Nurses
This course comes with 4.0 hrs (6.0 class) of CPD, although the time to complete the course online may be less than this. Total course time includes 2 hours and 38 minutes of video training as well as knowledge reviews, final test, remedial help and reviewing downloaded material.
The content of this and all our courses has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines and come with a Certified CPD Statement as well as a ProTrainings Certificate and for online courses an Evidence Based Learning statement.
For the full contents of our online course, please visit our Healthcare Health and Safety Training site.
- Health and Safety
- Health and Safety Law
- COSHH
- RIDDOR
- Fire Safety
- Risk assessments
- Occupational Health
- Slips, Trips, and Falls
- Personal protective equipment
- Workplace policies and procedures
- Workplace and Personal Security
- Lone workers
- Caldicott Principles
- Information Governance
- Data Protection
- Handling of Violence and Aggression
- Complaints Handling
- ProTrainings - COVID-19 Update on CPR from the UK Resus Council
- ProTrainings Health and Safety Awareness level 1 & 2 student manual V4.2
- Adult CPR Flowchart handout/poster
- CQC website link
- CQC website link
- Colour Coding in hospitals leaflet
- Control of legionella bacteria in water systems - Audit checklists
- Coronavirus COVID 19 Pre-Screen Student Evaluation Form
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) link to the NHS website
- Costs to Britain of workplace fatalities and self-reported injuries and ill health, 2015/16 - link to an HSE document
- Essentials of health and safety at work link to HSE website
- Example risk assessment for an office-based business from the HSE link
- Find a classroom course locally
- Find out what other courses are available as video online, blended and classroom courses nationally on our course finder
- First Aid and Social Distancing poster
- First Aid at Work Regulations 1981 HSE document
- Free student first aid program leaflet
- Guidance for safer handling during resuscitation in healthcare settings - UK Resuscitation Council
- HSE 5 steps to Risk Assessing link to HSE website
- HSE CHIP Regulations
- HSE DSE/VDU safety leaflet
- HSE Using electric storage batteries safely INDG139
- HSE brief guide to the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR)
- HSE details on PAT testing leaflet link
- HSE guide to COSHH
- HSE guide to PPE
- HSE guide to the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 19
- HSE guide to working at height
- HSE leaflet on Getting to grips with hoisting people and check list
- HSE leaflet on finding Asbestos
- HSE newsletter on the use of ladders
- Health and Safety in Care Homes HSE document link
- HeartSine 350 Information Leaflet
- Home Emergency Contact Sheet
- Legionnaires’ disease - Control of legionella bacteria in water systems
- Legionnaires’ disease A brief guide for duty holders
- Link to ICO Website
- Link to the HSE website
- ProTrainings - Using an AED Leaflet
- RIDDOR October 2013 Changes
- RIDDOR link to the HSE guide
- Sign up for free Student First Aid - use code SCH-376-61-571
- Skills for Care Website
- Step by Step Guide to COSHH HSE Guide - Link to HSE website
- The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations Approved Code of Practice and guidance
- The Fire Safety Act 2021
- The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
- Visit the First Aid Show free for first aid and medical videos
- Workplace Accident Book
- Workplace Emergency Contact Sheet
- Workplace Exposure Limits (WEL) HSE leaflet
I want to complete a short practical module after completing the online course, is this possible?
We have a network of over 1000 approved and monitored instructors to deliver a short skill training session nationwide or we can come to your workplace to deliver the training. This blended training saves class time and provides the same qualification. Contact us on 01206 805359 to discuss your options.
What is CPD and why is having Certified CPD important?
CPD stands for Continuous Professional Development and is required in many business sectors. Even if you do not require a set CPD credit level, having Certifed CPD ensures the quality of training. ProTrainings are the highest gold standard of CPD ensuring that all courses are externally verified and mapped to the highest levels.
What is "SCORM ready" and will courses run on a LMS?
SCORM Ready means that online courses can run on any compatible Learning Management System (LMS). SCORM courses run seamlessly on your existing LMS system without a separate login so staff only login using the existing company system. ProTrainings online courses have an advanced SCORM ready system to give more features than any other company.
Do I receive a certificate after completing your online training?
Yes, when you complete the online course you will be able to download and print a compliant completion certificate, evidenced-based learning statement to confirm course content and a certified CPD statement. There is no extra charge for the certificate. You can also buy a printed certificate to be posted to you for a small extra fee.
What training courses do you offer and how are they delivered?
We offer a full range of training courses across all business sectors as video online, blended and nationwide at your business or our local training centres. With over 350 courses you can learn at a time and place that meets your busy schedules and save money on travel and costs away from the office.
Do you sell first aid kits and equipment?
Yes, we sell over 1000 products from first aid kits to plasters. We also sell a wide range of medical devices, equipment and everything you need to deal with a first aid emergency and to comply in the workplace with first aid provision. See our first aid equipment online store at www.first-aid-online.co.uk
Do you sell PPE, infection control products and medical equipment?
Yes, we sell a full range of PPE, infection control products to keep you and your workplace safe. We also sell a full range of medical equipment and first aid supplies. Visit our store at www.first-aid-online.co.uk
Do you have 360 videos on your courses?
Yes, we are adding 360 videos to many courses. These videos can be viewed on any device and allow you to see the video around 360 degrees to gain a better insight into the film. We use these for things like first aid and health and safety and will be adding more in the coming weeks.
Are your courses Endorsed?
Yes, all ProTrainings courses are Endorsed by TQUK in addition to other approvals and endorsements to give you a quality compliant qualification for your courses whatever delivery method you take.
Why do I need accredited training courses?
Whether you are employed, running a business or taking training for other reasons, you need to ensure the course is trustworthy and will pass due diligence checks. Taking courses that are accredited gives you peace of mind of the quality, compliance and that your certificate will be accepted. Choosing ISO companies to ensure they are externally verified.
Are courses all online or can I take a blended or class course locally?
Most of our courses are available as online or classroom-based at a training centre locally. We can also send an instructor to your business to save travel and tailor the course to your business. To save time and money you can take most courses in a blended format with online and class training.
What People are Saying
What people are saying about this course
“A great training model-clear and adequate and relevant information using voice and animation and diagrams and interjected with illuminating questions. Nothing more to ask for on an online training like this only to say thank you”
- Bitrus, Doctor (DO/MD) from Middlesex
“Simple to use and great videos!”
- Nora from London
“A great training model-clear and adequate and relevant information using voice and animation and diagrams and interjected with illuminating questions. Nothing more to ask for on an online training like this only to say thank you”
- Bitrus, Doctor (DO/MD) from Middlesex
“Simple to use and great videos!”
- Nora from London
