Safe and Secure Environment

  • Author: L Kelly
  • Level: 2
  • Study time: 1 hour 13 minutes
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Creating a safe and secure environment is essential for both caregivers and the people they support. This course provides practical guidance on managing stress, dealing with hazards, handling unwelcome behaviour, and responding to emergencies. It also covers workplace security, proper use of equipment, and accident reporting. By understanding these essential safety measures, support workers can maintain a secure, respectful, and well-managed care setting.

This course is aligned to  - (US28519)
  • Video time: 1 hour 13 minutes
  • Quiz: 1
  • Assessment: 1
Lesson series

Why this Care Training course?

A well-prepared support worker ensures not only their own safety but also the well-being of those they care for. This course highlights the importance of recognising and managing risks, responding effectively to emergencies, and fostering a safe workplace culture. By understanding how to prevent accidents, handle incidents, and maintain security, caregivers can confidently provide high-quality care while protecting themselves and others from harm.
Meet the instructor

Leigh Kelly

Leigh Kelly is a New Zealand Registered Nurse who has been working with the elderly and disabled since 1974. Her ADN focused on young physically disabled.

She has been a Charge Nurse at Kenepuru and Greenlane Hospitals Continuing Care Wards, owned her own dementia specific rest home and worked and managed rest homes.

She also has vast experience as a RN in continuing care facilities. 
Patrick Jones - Course author