The Use of PPE Online Training Course

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Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is crucial in preventing the spread of infection and disease in healthcare settings.

This Use of PPE course is great for any healthcare worker looking to update their knowledge on appropriate PPE use, including donning and doffing PPE.

Learners will be taught how to conduct a PPE needs assessment, as well as how to protect themselves and others from infection.

Upon successful completion, learners will gain a downloadable and printable Use of PPE certificate.

Duration Dependent on the delivery method, this Use of PPE training takes between 1-2 hours to complete and gain your certificate. 

Entry & Level There are no barriers to entry in this online PPE training. This is an awareness course, suitable for all.

Certification On completion of this PPE training online course, either download your certificate or access it later online.

Accreditations This online Use of PPE training is CPD accredited and delivered by a Skills for Care Endorsed Provider. It meets accepted Continuing Professional Development (CPD) guidelines. 

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The Use of PPE training course learning outcomes

Upon completion of this online Use of PPE training, learners should know and understand the following: 

Appropriate PPE use
Why, how and when PPE should be used, and how to safely apply and remove personal protective equipment to prevent the spread of infections
Needs assessment
Properly assess the need for PPE, inclusive of identifying any hazards and types of PPE that is needed
Infection control
How to protect yourself from contracting infections and cross-infection
Customer rights
How to preserve customers rights and wishes and maintain their safety and wellbeing

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FAQ - The use of PPE training course

Frequently asked questions

We've answered the most common PPE use questions our training experts get asked.

What is PPE in health and social care?

PPE stands for Personal Protective Equipment and, in health and social care, refers to the equipment, including clothing, that is worn to protect staff and patients from the spread of infection.

PPE in healthcare includes protective clothing such as aprons, gloves, and safety footwear. As well as protective equipment, including eye protection (goggles and safety glasses) and respiratory protective equipment (RPE).

Discover how to use PPE in care homes, hospitals and other healthcare centres with this online Use of PPE course.

Who is responsible for providing PPE?

The provision of PPE workwear for care staff is the responsibility of management, including chief executives, executive directors and managers. Employees are often involved in the process of selecting the appropriate protective clothing and equipment from PPE suppliers.

Health and social care settings should also display the relevant PPE signage for staff and visitors.

Our online Use of PPE training course will teach your staff the appropriate PPE use and much more. Get in touch today!

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Our PPE Use course is easily accessible online through e-learning, allowing your staff to study anytime, anywhere, 24/7. This makes it the perfect option for care staff with challenging shift patterns. Additionally, you will receive exceptional customer support from our dedicated account manager and support team.

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