Page 1 – Health & Safety 🛡️

 

Health and safety means keeping people safe.

At work you should:

✅ Keep yourself safe
✅ Keep other people safe
✅ Follow workplace rules
✅ Follow safety policies
✅ Report risks or hazards

Your Notes / Checklist:
☐ I know how to report a risk
☐ I know the safety rules
☐ I know who to ask for help

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Page 2 – Disability & Mental Health ♿🧠

Some people have disabilities.
Some people have mental health needs.
Some people have both.

Your rights:

🇬🇧 UK – The Equality Act protects disabled people
🇺🇸 USA – The ADA protects disabled people

You have the right to:

✅ Ask for support
✅ Ask for reasonable adjustments
✅ Be treated fairly

Your Notes / Checklist:
☐ I know my rights
☐ I know how to ask for support

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Page 3 – Care Workers 👩‍⚕️

Care workers support people to stay safe and well.

They must:

✅ Protect patients
✅ Protect staff
✅ Follow infection control rules
✅ Lift and move people safely

Your Notes / Checklist:
☐ I follow safe working practices
☐ I ask for help if unsure

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Page 4 – Rights 📜

Everyone has rights.

This includes:

🔒 Keeping personal information private
🛡️ Following data protection laws
🤝 Respecting confidentiality

Information should only be shared when it is needed and safe.

Your Notes / Checklist:
☐ I keep information private
☐ I respect confidentiality

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Page 5 – Training 📝

Training should be accessible for everyone.

Good training includes:

✅ Easy Read materials
✅ Extra time if needed
✅ Assistive technology if needed

People learn in different ways.

Your Notes / Checklist:
☐ Training meets my needs
☐ I can ask for adjustments

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Page 6 – Mental Health 🧠

Mental health affects how people think and feel.

It is important to:

✅ Notice behaviors changes
✅ Reduce stigma
✅ Support people early

Early help can prevent crisis.

Your Notes / Checklist:
☐ I know warning signs
☐ I know where to get help

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Page 7 – Workplace Accessibility 🛠️

Workplaces should be accessible.

This includes:

✅ Wheelchair-accessible entrances
✅ Accessible toilets
✅ Lifts or ramps
✅ Clear signs
✅ Quiet or low-sensory spaces

Your Notes / Checklist:
☐ My workplace is accessible
☐ Adjustments are available

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Page 8 – Emergency Preparedness 🚨

Everyone needs to be safe in an emergency.

Workplaces should have:

✅ Clear emergency exits
✅ Fire alarms
✅ Evacuation plans
✅ First aid kits
✅ Trained staff

Your Notes / Checklist:
☐ I know emergency procedures
☐ I know where exits are

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Page 9 – Inclusive Communication 🗣️

Communication should be clear and accessible.

This may include:

✅ Easy Read
✅ Large print
✅ Digital formats
✅ Sign language
✅ Captions

Use clear, simple language.

Your Notes / Checklist:
☐ Information is easy to understand
☐ Support is available

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Page 10 – Coaching & Support Roles 🤝

Different coaches support people in different ways.

Health & Wellbeing Coaches
→ Help people improve health

Mental Health Coaches
→ Help people manage stress and emotions

Job Coaches
→ Help people with disabilities or mental health conditions get and keep work

Your Notes / Checklist:
☐ I know what support is available
☐ I know who to contact

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