HEALTH & SAFETY MONTH: Examining best practice for Risk Assessments in the care home environment
Risk assessment and management is a critical component of ensuring safety and quality care within UK care homes. These processes are fundamental not just for compliance with regulatory standards, but also for fostering a secure and nurturing environment for residents, and staff. Here’s an overview of the key elements of risk assessment and management best […]
HEALTH & SAFETY MONTH: The rules and regulations that care home needs to follow
For care home managers in the UK, navigating the complex landscape of health and safety laws, rules, and regulations is a fundamental aspect of ensuring the safety and wellbeing of patients, staff, and visitors. Compliance with these legal requirements not only safeguards those within the care home environment but also ensures that care home managers […]
HEALTH & SAFETY MONTH: Examining the six pillars of keeping people safe on site
Health and safety within the UK’s residential care homes is paramount, given the vulnerability of the residents and the unique challenges these environments present. Ensuring the wellbeing of residents, staff, and visitors requires a comprehensive approach, underpinned by several key pillars. These foundational elements are crucial for creating a safe, secure, and supportive living and […]
If you specialise in Health & Safety for care homes we want to hear from you!
Each month on Care Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the care sector – and in February we’ll be focusing on Health & Safety. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help care industry professionals find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a supplier of Health […]
Do you specialise in Health & Safety for Care Homes? We want to hear from you!
Each month on Care Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the care sector – and in February we’ll be focusing on Health & Safety. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help care industry professionals find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a supplier of Health & Safety […]
Protecting care home staff is a key to staff retention, and productivity
As the cost of living crisis hits home and energy prices soar, care homes need to consider their available resources carefully as they deliver patient care and look after the wellbeing of staff. As they do this, the sector is burdened with staffing and productivity challenges – an issue that has traditionally existed, but which […]
Top safeguarding tips for care workers
Carers can be involved in different situations when it comes to safeguarding. In most cases, they are responsible for raising the concern. However, they are also prone to harm and abuse. Sometimes, the carers can be abusers themselves. As a care worker, you need to be familiar with safeguarding. Below, refer to the top safeguarding […]
Medical grade scale testing, repair and reverification service
Elderly people are at an increased risk of malnutrition. It weakens the immune system, increases the potential of falls and slows recovery. One of the key parameters for the prevention of malnutrition is a healthy body weight. For nutritional status monitoring in elderly care patients, class III approved medical grade scales should be used, as […]
Webinar on the Importance of Digital Fire Logbooks – Register today!
The humble fire logbook, a critical link in the safety of millions of UK buildings, will take centre stage at a webinar on February 23rd, when figures from the fire and property industries come together to discuss its increasing importance amid rapidly evolving fire legislation, regulations and best practice. Hosted by Fire Safety Matters the […]
Tio Fire Safety hosts webinar on the importance of digital fire logbooks
The humble fire logbook, a critical link in the safety of millions of UK buildings, will take centre stage at a webinar on February 23rd, when figures from the fire and property industries come together to discuss its increasing importance amid rapidly evolving fire legislation, regulations and best practice. Hosted by Fire Safety Matters the […]
