Bed Rail Safety
Level:
CPD
Duration:
3 hrs
Course code:
TD/2025/09010
Max group:
12
Learn to ensure bed rail safety, prevent falls, and reduce risks in healthcare and home settings
Course Summary
Bed Rail Safety
This course provides essential knowledge and practical guidance on ensuring bed rail safety in healthcare, hospital, and home care settings. Designed for healthcare providers, caregivers, and safety officers, the course focuses on the safe use of bed rails to prevent falls, injuries, and other risks associated with improper installation or use. Participants will learn about the types of bed rails, best practices for installation, and strategies for minimizing harm, especially for patients at high risk of falls or entrapment. Key Learning Objectives: Understand the different types of bed rails and their uses Identify the risks associated with improper bed rail use, including falls and entrapment Learn how to properly install, adjust, and maintain bed rails for safety Recognize when bed rails are appropriate and when alternatives should be considered Review case studies on bed rail incidents and strategies for prevention Implement safety protocols for patients in various care environments This course is essential for those responsible for patient safety, ensuring that bed rails are used effectively and responsibly to prevent accidents and enhance overall care quality. Target Audience: Healthcare professionals (nurses, caregivers, aides) Safety officers and care facility administrators Family members and caregivers of individuals with mobility limitations
Course Contents
Introduction to Bed Rail Safety
Importance in patient care
Overview of risks and benefits
Types of Bed Rails Fixed vs. adjustable bed rails
Selecting the right type for different patients
Proper Installation and Adjustment Guidelines for correct positioning and fitting
Ensuring secure and safe installation
Identifying and Preventing Risks
Fall prevention strategies
Avoiding entrapment and other hazards
Alternatives to Bed Rails When to consider alternatives (e.g., floor mats, bed alarms)
Assessing patient needs
Case Studies and Incident Prevention
Real-world examples of bed rail incidents
Best practices for safety and incident prevention
Ongoing Monitoring and Maintenance
Regular checks and maintenance protocols
Updating safety procedures as needed
Conclusion and Key Takeaways Recap of best practices for bed rail safety
Resources for further learning
Assessment
The instructor conducts a single written assessments at the end of the course. Upon successful completion, learners will receive a three-year Level 3 Award in Principles of Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People or Vulnerable Adults (Level 6 in Scotland). No external assessors are required for this qualification.
Duration
The course requires a minimum of 7 hours, distributed over the day. While it is ideal to complete the course in one day, we can adjust the schedule to suit your specific needs, as long as the course is completed within 3 weeks of starting and each training session lasts at least two hours.
Certification Validity
This qualification has no formal expiry, however regular CPD and updates are recommended.
Further Information - Course Numbers
A maximum of 12 students can be accommodated on this course and all candidates must be a minimum of 18 years of age to qualify.
Assessment method: Activities, test paper.
Pre-requisite: None
Suggested progression:
recommended refresher training and CPD;