This unit will provide learners with the knowledge and skills to understand their own responsibilities in line with relevant legislation, guidelines and procedures that support an individual’s health and wellbeing

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Upon completion of this unit, the learner will:

• Understand own and others’ responsibilities relating to health and safety in the work setting

• Understand the use of risk assessments in relation to health and safety

• Understand how to reduce the spread of infection

• Be able to move and handle equipment and other objects safely

• Know how to store, use and dispose of hazardous substances and material

• Understand the principles of a balanced diet

• Be able to plan and promote a balanced diet

• Understand how to prevent malnutrition

• Know the importance of special dietary requirements

• Understand the principles of hydration

• Understand own role in screening and monitoring

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Our blended learning approach means you have the flexibility to build your knowledge at a pace that works you via our online portfolio of learning materials. Whilst any practical training requirements can be delivered at one of our Training Centres in Antrim, Armagh, Ballymena, Banbridge, Belfast, Newtownabbey, Dublin and Monaghan. Alternatively, we can deliver the practical training within your workplace, or any other suitable venue in Northern Ireland (NI) or the Republic of Ireland.