Course Aims

To provide underpinning knowledge associated with best practice for the safe use of bed rails in care settings. Raise awareness of the consequences of inappropriate bed rail use. To promote the safety and well-being of all clients who require bed rails to keep them safe and Provide up to date evidence .

Learning Outcomes

• Describe the risks and benefits of bed rail use. 
• Describe the standards by which bed rails must comply.  
• List the types of injuries that clients can incur from bed rails.  
• Understand the need to manage health and safety risk.  
• Identify and discuss the range of available equipment.  
• Identify which clients are more likely to be at risk.  
• Explain what the term ‘entrapment’ means.  
• Discuss who is responsible for the regulation of bed rails.  
• Identify other options to be considered or tried before using bed rails.  
• Identify the elements of a bed rail risk assessment.  
• Identify important elements for the safe maintenance and use of bed rails.