The OSHAA 30-Hours Diploma marries the well-established OSHA 30-Hour framework with UK-centred Continuing Professional Development (CPD) practice, creating a rigorous safety qualification tailored to modern healthcare environments. It equips supervisory and frontline professionals with the competence to identify, control and communicate occupational risks while satisfying CPD obligations for annual re-registration.
Healthcare settings face a complex mix of biological, chemical, ergonomic and psychosocial hazards. OSHA’s 30-Hour Outreach syllabus already addresses these through comprehensive modules on hazard recognition, incident investigation, personal protective equipment and worker rights — topics that map neatly onto hospital, clinic and community-care scenarios.
Graduates are encouraged to log learning objectives, reflections and impacts using the CPD cycle of plan–do–reflect–record, ensuring future audits showcase improvements in patient safety metrics and staff wellbeing.
The OSHAA 30-Hours Diploma in CPD for Healthcare provides a single, authoritative route to advanced safety competence and CPD compliance. By investing thirty focused hours, participants secure dual recognition that strengthens personal portfolios, boosts organisational resilience and ultimately enhances patient care.
OSHAA 30-Hours Diploma in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in Healthcare
Study Units
Learning Outcomes
Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health in Healthcare (3 hours)
- Understand the principles and importance of occupational safety and health within healthcare settings
- Recognise the roles and responsibilities of employers and participants in maintaining a safe workplace
- Identify key workplace hazards common to healthcare environments
- Describe how safety culture impacts patient care and staff wellbeing
UK Legislation, OSHA Standards and Regulatory Compliance (5 hours)
- Interpret the key provisions of UK health and safety legislation relevant to healthcare
- Understand the structure and purpose of OSHA standards
- Compare UK and US regulatory frameworks to ensure dual compliance
- Apply legal and regulatory knowledge to real-world healthcare scenarios
- Demonstrate awareness of professional duties under the Health and Safety at Work Act
Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment in Clinical Environments (4 hours)
- Conduct systematic hazard identification in healthcare workplaces
- Develop and apply dynamic risk assessments in clinical contexts
- Use the hierarchy of control to implement appropriate safety measures
- Understand the documentation and review processes required for effective risk management
Biological, Chemical and Radiation Safety Controls (4 hours)
- Identify common biological, chemical and radiological hazards in healthcare
- Apply infection prevention and control measures aligned with UK and OSHA guidelines
- Safely manage hazardous substances, including disinfectants, cytotoxics and radiological materials
- Understand protocols for reporting and responding to exposure incidents
Ergonomics and Safe Patient Handling (5 hours)
- Recognise musculoskeletal risks related to patient care and manual handling
- Apply best-practice ergonomic principles in workplace layout and task design
- Use mechanical aids and assistive technologies to support safe patient transfers
- Understand the importance of posture, body mechanics and team handling techniques
- Promote a culture of injury prevention and physical wellbeing
Fire Safety, Emergency Preparedness and Evacuation Planning (3 hours)
- Understand fire risk factors in clinical settings and methods of prevention
- Identify roles and responsibilities in emergency situations
- Follow protocols for fire evacuation, shelter-in-place, and lockdown procedures
- Develop and review emergency preparedness plans to ensure compliance with regulations
Incident Investigation and Reporting Procedures (3 hours)
- Conduct structured incident investigations using root cause analysis
- Complete incident and near-miss reports in line with RIDDOR and OSHA requirements
- Recommend corrective actions and monitor their implementation
- Foster a no-blame culture that encourages reporting and continuous improvement
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Infection Control (3 hours)
- Identify appropriate PPE for various healthcare tasks and risks
- Demonstrate correct donning, doffing, and disposal procedures
- Understand the role of PPE in controlling infection transmission
- Integrate PPE use with wider infection prevention strategies in clinical practice
Course Benefits: OSHAA 30-Hours Diploma in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in Healthcare
- Dual Recognition: Achieve both OSHA 30-Hour compliance and UK CPD accreditation, strengthening professional credibility across international healthcare systems.
- Enhanced Workplace Safety: Gain the knowledge and skills to proactively identify, assess, and control workplace hazards, leading to reduced incidents and improved patient care outcomes.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure alignment with UK legislation and OSHA standards, supporting healthcare organisations in meeting legal and professional obligations.
- Career Advancement: Strengthen applications for leadership roles, health and safety positions, and clinical governance responsibilities by demonstrating advanced safety competence.
- Improved Risk Management: Learn to implement structured risk assessments and safety protocols, contributing to safer environments for patients, staff, and visitors.
- Audit Preparedness: Build a complete CPD portfolio with verifiable learning hours and reflective entries suitable for professional body audits and revalidation processes.
- Cost and Time Efficiency: Complete structured CPD and mandatory health and safety training simultaneously, saving time and resources for both individuals and employers.
- Practical Application: Apply learning directly to real-world clinical settings through scenario-based training, assessments, and reflective practice activities.
- Flexible Learning: Benefit from a blended delivery model designed to accommodate shift patterns and clinical responsibilities without compromising educational outcomes.
- Organisational Value: Equip participants with the tools to support wider health and safety initiatives, enhancing overall compliance, staff retention, and operational resilience.
The OSHAA 30-Hours Diploma in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in Healthcare is designed for healthcare professionals who hold responsibilities related to safety, compliance, supervision, or risk management within clinical environments. It is ideally suited for:
- Participants working in supervisory, managerial, or safety liaison roles within NHS or private healthcare settings
- Healthcare professionals responsible for maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations
- Individuals involved in infection prevention, occupational health, facilities management, or clinical governance
- Staff preparing for revalidation or CPD audit who require structured, accredited learning
- Professionals seeking to enhance their competence in workplace safety, risk control, and emergency preparedness
This course is appropriate for participants across a wide range of healthcare disciplines, including nursing, allied health, laboratory services, radiology, pharmacy, and administration, who are committed to fostering a safer and more compliant healthcare environment.
