CPD Accredited · Approx. 25–30 Minutes
Slips, trips and falls are the most common cause of non-fatal injuries in Early Years settings and most incidents are preventable. This interactive, CPD-accredited course helps Early Learning and Childcare (ELC) professionals create safer environments, reduce avoidable accidents, and respond confidently when incidents do occur.
Designed for practitioners, childminders and nursery managers, the course supports compliance with HSE guidance, the EYFS Statutory Framework (England), Care Inspectorate requirements (Scotland), and local accident-reporting obligations, including RIDDOR. Learners will explore practical, everyday strategies that make settings safer for children, staff and families.
✅ Key Features
- Fully online and mobile friendly
- Real-world Early Years scenarios, images and interactive activities
- Knowledge checks throughout and a short final assessment
- Meets expectations of the HSE, EYFS and Care Inspectorate
- Includes accident-reporting guidance aligned with RIDDOR
- Instant CPD certificate upon completion (80% pass mark)
📚 Course Lessons
1️⃣ Introduction — Why Slips, Trips and Falls Matter
2️⃣ Common Hazards in Early Years Environments
3️⃣ Practical Prevention Strategies
4️⃣ Supporting Safe Movement and Risk Awareness
5️⃣ Responding to Incidents and Recording Accidents
6️⃣ Additional Resources & Useful Links
🎯 Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Identify common slip, trip and fall hazards within Early Years environments
- Apply practical prevention strategies that reduce avoidable accidents
- Support children’s physical development and safe movement through risk-aware practice
- Respond calmly and appropriately when slips, trips or falls occur
- Record, report and review incidents in line with EYFS, Care Inspectorate and RIDDOR expectations
- Embed daily routines that create safer, well-organised learning environments for children and staff