Open Bed Course
This course equips learners with essential skills for safe and efficient bed preparation in healthcare settings, focusing on infection control, patient safety, and ergonomic practices to ensure high-quality care.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
The Open Bed Course provides clear, step-by-step skills to prepare safe and comfortable beds while safeguarding skin integrity and minimising infection risks. You will learn mattress maintenance, linen choices, and correct disinfection methods, along with standard precautions for handling soiled items. It also enhances documentation, communication, and teamwork, while incorporating ergonomic practices to avoid strain and promote consistent, high-quality bedside care.
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Develop skills
- Safe bed setup: master brakes, rails, call bell, and patient comfort in minutes.
- Open vs closed bed skills: choose, prepare, and convert beds for any patient.
- Infection-safe linen handling: strip, bag, and remake beds with zero cross-spread.
- Mattress care and checks: clean, inspect, and protect surfaces to prevent injury.
- Ergonomic bed making: use body mechanics and aids to cut strain and staff injury.
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