Bedrails

New and existing care workers and other practitioners working in the health and social care settings.

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Outline the current legislation that governs the use of bedrails
• Explain the importance of health and safety when using bedrails
• Explain the main principles of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and its relevance to the safe use of bedrails
• Explain the importance of performing risk assessments on the use of bedrails
• List the uses of bedrails
• Review the factors to consider when using bedrails