Falls Prevention Champion

This two-day Falls Prevention Champion course is aimed at experienced and senior staff members

Course Length. 2 days

Introduction

Falls and fractures in vulnerable people aged 65 and over account for over 4 million hospital bed days each year in England alone. Falls destroy confidence, increase isolation and reduce independence, with around 1 in 10 older people who fall becoming afraid to walk independently.

Course Contents

The impact and consequences of falls in health and social care

Legislation and guidance related to the fallen person

Personal and medical factors

Environmental factors

Assessing a person for falls risks

Monitoring and reviewing of falls assessments

Multi-agency and specialist support available

Reducing harm in the event of falls

Learning from falls to improve care

Practical session

Course Outcomes

Successful completion of this training course will result in the award of a CPD certificate covering all aspects of the above course contents.