Risk Assessment in Care Training
Develop the knowledge and confidence to identify hazards, assess risks and promote safer, person-centred care through practical, face-to-face training.
About This Course
Our Risk Assessment in Care training helps learners understand how to identify, evaluate and manage risks within health and social care environments.
First, our experienced trainers introduce the principles of risk assessment and explain why effective risk management plays an essential role in protecting individuals, staff and visitors.
Next, learners explore common hazards in care settings and consider how to reduce risks without unnecessarily restricting an individual’s independence, dignity or choices.
Throughout the course, participants examine the importance of person-centred risk assessments, accurate documentation and effective communication.
In addition, realistic workplace examples help learners develop practical risk assessment skills and recognise when existing control measures require review.
As a result, learners can contribute to safer care environments while supporting positive risk-taking and individual wellbeing.
Who Is This Course For?
This course suits employees responsible for identifying, assessing or managing risks within health and social care settings.
It is particularly beneficial for anyone involved in care planning, risk assessments or supporting individuals to maintain their safety, dignity and independence
What Will You Learn?
During the course, learners explore the following essential skills:
● Understanding risk assessment and risk management
● Recognising relevant health and safety legislation and guidance
● Identifying hazards within health and social care environments
● Understanding the difference between hazards and risks
● Applying the principles of the five steps to risk assessment
● Evaluating the likelihood and potential severity of harm
● Identifying and implementing appropriate control measures
● Understanding individual and organisational responsibilities
● Developing person-centred risk assessments
● Recognising the relevance of mental capacity and consent
● Identifying risks relating to falls, mobility and moving and assisting
● Understanding medication-related and environmental risks
● Recognising safeguarding concerns and associated risksRecording risk assessments accurately and clearly
● Communicating risks and control measures to relevant colleagues
● Reviewing risk assessments following incidents or changes in circumstances
●Understanding dynamic risk assessment in everyday care practice
● Promoting continuous improvement and safer working environments
How Is This Course Delivered?
Our experienced trainers deliver face-to-face sessions through clear explanations, practical demonstrations and supervised exercises.
Learners examine realistic care scenarios and identify potential hazards, evaluate risks and consider appropriate control measures.
Where appropriate, learners also practise completing risk assessments and reviewing existing control measures.
We can arrange group training at your workplace or another suitable venue. Before the session, we will confirm the course duration, group size and delivery arrangements.
Assessment and Certification
Throughout the course, our trainers use practical activities, demonstrations and discussions, where appropriate, to support learning and check understanding.
Upon successful completion of the training, each learner will receive a certificate issued by Magpie Training Ltd.
Employers can then use these certificates as evidence of completed staff training. They can also support continuing professional development (CPD) records.
Book Risk Assessment in Care Training
Help your team recognise hazards, manage risks effectively and provide safer, person-centred support.
We offer flexible training arrangements for workplace groups. Furthermore, we can tailor the sessions to suit your organisation’s needs.
To discuss available dates, group bookings and course prices, contact Magpie Training today.