Courses

Level 2 Infection Control

• Duration: 1 Hour

Our accredited Level 2 Infection Control course is designed to help staff reduce the risks of infection in any workplace, from healthcare and social care settings to hospitality and childcare. Preventing the spread of infection has never been more important, and this training equips learners with practical knowledge they can use immediately.

The course focuses on building awareness of how infections spread, the responsibilities of staff, and the importance of consistent hygiene practices. Delivered in person by experienced trainers, the learning is interactive and relevant, making it easy for participants to apply in real working environments.

Suitable for employees across all sectors, this course is particularly important for anyone working directly with the public or with vulnerable individuals. By the end of the session, learners will understand the role they play in keeping themselves, their colleagues, and their service users safe from avoidable harm.

Course summary

This course covers the following:

• Legal aspects
• Disease transmission
• Hand washing & glove use
• Housekeeping
• Needles & sharps
• Waste disposal, etc.
• Implementing infection control measures in the workplace

Course Outcomes

• Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
• Understand legal obligations regarding infection control
• Describe the consequences of poor infection control practice
• Explain the infection control requirements put in place at their workplace
• Identify a range of different infection control situations
• Explain the importance of using universal precautions
• Train others in infection control requirements within their healthcare working environment