Steve Bradley

LATEST ARTICLES ( 246 )

• Conflict Resolution – The Patient is Always Right, Mostly.

  Understanding and addressing your patients needs is the ultimate goal of the conscientious care worker. In any work environment, too often, when employees are... Read more

  Posted on 30 September 2018 COMMUNITY, FAMILY

• Low Staff Morale. Tips to Greater Productivity.

  Sensible business owners will agree that employee morale is tied to the company’s success. Satisfied employees show an interest in the company’s progress,... Read more

  Posted on 24 September 2018 HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Online Courses – How Online Training Benefits Care Sector Workers

  In the past, career specific tuition typically was split between the classroom and the workplace. For further education, students would leave secondary school... Read more

  Posted on 18 September 2018 COMMUNITY, FAMILY

• Types Of Fire Extinguisher

  When a fire breaks out on premises, it is possible to fight it yourself using one of the fire extinguishers that may be located in your building. Read more

  Posted on 18 September 2018 HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• First Aid Course – What to Expect on a First Aid Training Course

  Learning first aid can be the difference between life and death for someone who has been in an accident, or otherwise suffered an injury. Read more

  Posted on 09 September 2018 HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Understanding the Care Certificate

  The Care Certificate is the most important piece of certification for anyone wanting to work in the care sector. It can be difficult to understand exactly what... Read more

  Posted on 08 September 2018 COMMUNITY, FAMILY

• RIDDOR – Definition, Legislation and Employee Training

  In an employment setting, one has to be aware of any relevant legislation that determines how to act in given situations. The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases,... Read more

  Posted on 31 August 2018 HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Epilepsy – What is It and How to Prepare?

  Epilepsy is a condition that most people are familiar with; disclaimers warning epileptics about flashing lights or visual patterns in movies or games are... Read more

  Posted on 28 August 2018 COMMUNITY, FAMILY

• Challenging Behaviour – How to Deal with It

  In a care environment, challenging behaviour can be difficult to deal with. Learning how to deal with challenging behaviour effectively and empathically is vita... Read more

  Posted on 23 August 2018 HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• STROKE ACT FAST – What to Do If a Patient Has a Stroke?

  

  Strokes can be life-threatening, and they are also not uncommon. As such, it is important to understand what strokes are, and how you can help care for someone... Read more

  Posted on 15 August 2018 COMMUNITY, FAMILY

• Manual Handling Training (MHOR) – What is It?

  One of the common injury types sustained in work environments is known as musculoskeletal disorders. These account for around a third of all workplace injuries... Read more

  Posted on 07 August 2018 COMMUNITY, FAMILY

• Mandatory Training Courses – What Are They?

  Mandatory training relates to training that employers are expected to provide to their staff following statutory requirements. Read more

  Posted on 02 August 2018 HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Care Home Fire Safety – Fire Safety Law and Fire Inspections

  Care home owners legally must abide by The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order of 2005. To comply with the order, Care home managers must designate a... Read more

  Posted on 31 July 2018 COMMUNITY, FAMILY

• Legionella and Legionnaires’ Disease – What is It?

  Preventing legionella (Legionnaires’ disease) is a necessity for those who own premises which are used for business or trade, or rented for residential or... Read more

  Posted on 24 July 2018 HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Managing Stress – Finding a Work-life Balance That is Healthy for All

  Whilst stress is commonly interchanged with the word ‘pressure’, it is, in fact, a totally different thing. Stress is the feeling one suffers when they feel... Read more

  Posted on 15 July 2018 HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Diabetic Patient Care – A Guide for Carers with Diabetes Symptoms

  

  Approximately 3 and a half million people are diagnosed with diabetes in the UK, with a further half million believed to be living undiagnosed. Read more

  Posted on 15 July 2018 COMMUNITY, FAMILY

• Working at Heights – What Employers Must Know About Working at Height

  The construction industry has strict regulations regarding health and safety including guidelines for those working at height. Read more

  Posted on 08 July 2018 HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Supporting Patients with Aspergers – Care Advice for Asperger’s Syndrome

  Patients with Aspergers syndrome can have difficult lives, typically with difficulties in understanding and processing language. Read more

  Posted on 08 July 2018 COMMUNITY, FAMILY

• Fire Safety Awareness – Prevention and What to Do in a Fire

  The safest method of dealing with fires is to take steps to prevent them. The leading causes of property fires are faulty wiring and power outlets, yet these ar... Read more

  Posted on 30 June 2018 HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY

• Allergies – Why Are They Increasing?

  An allergy is a medical condition that most carers will have come across at some time. Whether it is something they experience themselves or something their... Read more

  Posted on 24 June 2018 COMMUNITY, FAMILY