An Introduction to Home Safety
 The role of voluntary and professional practitioners in promoting accident prevention is vital if there is to be a long-term reduction in attendances at A & E departments and GP surgeries.Home accidents can lead to unnecessary pain and suffering and to long stays in hospital. This course is designed to provide an overview of the accident problem and an insight into injury prevention in critical areas. For candidates in England and Wales, a one hour exam can be taken in Autumn or Spring each year. For those in Northern Ireland, separate arrangements apply. |
 Who should attend:Those working for statutory, community or voluntary organisations with home safety as part of their remit. It is particularly beneficial to those who are new to or have little experience of home safety. What they will learn: • Overview of the home accident problem • Vulnerable groups of people • Insight into preventative measures to reduce accidents Course content includes: ● Home Safety in context ● Causes of home accidents - behavioural, environmental, physical ● Cost of home accidents - psychological, financial ● Who is at risk? ● Maintaining a safe environment ● Effective accident prevention and interventions ● Risk Assessment ● Evaluation |
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 Course Syllabus Read the course syllabus here in PDF format (36kb) |
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 Courses in England:Contact Lyn Hall on 0121 248 2137or email lhall@rospa.com. Alternatively, click on the link on the right to download, complete and fax back the course booking form to 0121 248 2001. |
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| How do I book a place? For further information or to book any of these courses please contact Lyn Hall at RoSPA on 0121 248 2137, email lhall@rospa.com Alternatively, click on the links on the right to download, complete and fax back the course booking form. |
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| Venue | Duration | Dates | Fee - Members | Fee - Non-Members |
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| Birmingham | 1 day (9.30am-4.30pm) | Coming Soon! | £75 | £90 |
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