Falls Prevention
Description
This course provides learners with practical knowledge and skills to prevent and reduce the risk of falls among people receiving care and support. Falls are a leading cause of injury and reduced independence in older adults and people with support needs. The course will explore the causes of falls, risk assessment, safe interventions, and how to promote safety while maintaining dignity and independence in care settings.
Suitable For
- Care workers (care homes, supported living, domiciliary care)
- Senior carers and team leaders
- Registered managers
- Occupational therapy and physiotherapy assistants
- Activity coordinators
- Compliance and quality leads
- Ancillary staff supporting people at risk of falling
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Understand the causes and consequences of falls in social care settings
- Recognise the personal and environmental factors that contribute to falls
- Carry out and contribute to effective falls risk assessments
- Implement practical strategies to reduce the risk of falls
- Support people safely while respecting choice and independence
- Respond appropriately after a fall has occurred
- Promote a positive, proactive approach to falls prevention as part of daily care
