HLTWHS002

Follow Safe Work Practices for Direct Client Care

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Course Description

The unit HLTWHS002 – Follow Safe Work Practices for Direct Client Care – equips individuals with the skills and knowledge to ensure safety when providing direct care to clients in healthcare, aged care, disability services, and community care settings. This unit is essential for workers who are responsible for maintaining their own safety, as well as the safety of clients, while delivering personal or medical care.

Throughout the course, participants will learn about the key principles of workplace health and safety (WHS), including risk identification, hazard control, and safe manual handling techniques. The training covers strategies for reducing risks associated with client care tasks, such as lifting, repositioning, and personal care. Participants will also learn how to use personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriately, follow infection control procedures, and manage emergency situations in line with WHS regulations.

This unit is ideal for carers, healthcare assistants, and support workers who provide hands-on care and need to ensure safety for both themselves and the clients they support.

Upon completing HLTWHS002, participants will be able to follow safe work practices confidently, ensuring the well-being of both clients and themselves during direct care activities. This training is vital for maintaining a safe and compliant workplace in healthcare and care service environments.

Units Delivered

The following units will be included in your certificate:

HLTWHS002

Follow safe work practices for direct client care

This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.

Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are the minimum possible amount.
 
Face-to-Face Face to Face contact time of at least 7 Hours
Online with face-to-face assessment Face to Face contact time of at least 2 Hours

An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:

  • The ability to accurately read and interpret workplace safety policies and procedures including safety signs, dangerous goods classifications and safety instructions

Online study options:  The online learning program can be found in the student portal. Students must have access to a computer, smart phone, tablet or other electronic device with access to the internet to complete the online studies and practical assessment.

Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.

This certificate does not require renewal

Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook on our website for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.

Practical tasks

  • Performance Tasks – Safety Evaluation
  • Simulated Scenario – Fire Evacuation

Documentation:

  • Risk Assessment
  • Emergency Evacuation Incident & Debrief

This course is delivered and assessed on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909


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