safe moving and handling of people

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This course aims to introduce delegates to the principles and practice of moving and handling. It will increase awareness of possible injuries to themselves and enable them to carry out client transfer operations safely, with dignity and comfort. Training can be completed on location at your premises or at our fully equipped training centre in Glasgow.

Suitable for anyone in employment who does not have the qualifications as outlined by the Health & Safety Executive.

This course would suit employees in:

• Care Homes
• Nursing
• Contract Care

6 Hours of Training

On site instruction only.

• The Human Body and Ergonomics
• Principles of Muscular Disorders
• Legislation- TILE- Risk Assessments
• Lifting Techniques
• Team Handling
• Safe Working Environment
• Care Plan
• Duty of Care
• Methods of Moving Loads
• Communication and Reporting

1. Manual Handling of Inanimate Loads
2. Chair Manoeuvres; Static & Wheeled
3. Bed Manoeuvres; Profile, Static & Slide Sheets
4. Hoisting; Passive & Active, Stand Aid, Lift Hoists, High Levels & Low Levels
5. Team Handling

Assessments are carried out by the course tutors / assessors and via a multiple choice question paper, on completion successful candidates will be awarded a certificate in Safe Moving and Handling of Service Users - valid for 12 months.

Candidates must complete annual refresh training assessments to keep their skills up to date.

A maximum of 12 students can be accommodated on this course.

Delegates must inform us of any injury, illness, physical impairment or pregnancy due to the mandatory practical elements of the course prior to commencing training. Loose, comfortable and practical clothing is advised for safety, comfort and preservation of dignity.

Cost £85.80 inc VAT