Creating a safe, healthy, and effective homeworking environment is essential for long-term well-being and productivity. Whether you're new to remote work or well-established in your routine, maintaining a setup that supports both your body and mind is critical to staying focused, resilient, and protected from avoidable risks

What will you learn?

By the end of this module, you will be able to:

• Identify key challenges and risks associated with homeworking.
• Set up a safe, comfortable, and ergonomically sound home workspace.
• Apply Display Screen Equipment (DSE) best practices to reduce physical strain and fatigue.
• Use safe manual handling techniques to prevent injury in a homeworking environment.
• Identify and minimise common fire and electrical hazards in the home workspace.
• Recognise signs of mental strain and apply strategies to support emotional wellbeing.
• Stay connected with others and maintain positive communication while working remotely.
• Access trusted resources and support when physical or mental health concerns arise.
• Take proactive steps to improve safety, comfort, and productivity as part of a sustainable homeworking routine.

Who is this course for?

Any remote working professional who wants to:

• Safeguard themselves and become aware of the risks of homeworking and their environment.
• Recognise the Physical and mental risks associated with working from home.
• Prepare and be proactive with regard to safety, comfort and productivity to support their homeworking routine.