Equipment Management and Safety for Managers in Care
£17.50
Proper equipment management is crucial in care settings, ensuring that service users receive safe, high-quality care while complying with legal and regulatory standards. Care managers play a critical role in overseeing equipment maintenance, risk assessments, emergency response planning, and compliance with CQC regulations under Regulation 15 of the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014.
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of equipment safety, maintenance procedures, and legal responsibilities in care environments, including care homes and domiciliary care services. Learners will explore equipment risk management strategies, staff training requirements, and emergency protocols for equipment failures.
With increasing CQC inspections, safety regulations, and legal accountability, care managers must ensure that equipment is well-maintained, regularly inspected, and suitable for service users’ needs. This includes compliance with PUWER, LOLER, and electrical safety regulations to prevent avoidable harm.
By the end of this course, participants will be equipped to implement robust equipment safety policies, conduct risk assessments, oversee maintenance schedules, and respond to equipment failures effectively. This course is ideal for care managers, compliance officers, senior staff, and operational leads responsible for ensuring safe and effective equipment use in care settings.