Our Moving and Handling of People course is specifically tailored to help learners gain the skills and information required to safely assist those who have mobility challenges. This course takes into consideration the safety of both the caregiver and the person they are caring for and provides practical and effective strategies to keep risks to a minimum and make them comfortable.
Course Overview
You’ll learn the following in this course:
- The Principles of Safe Moving and Handling.
- Knowing how the spine works and why you need to stand up straight.
- Detecting threats and taking preventative measures.
- Legal and Professional Responsibilities
- Know current laws and workplace guidelines.
- Understanding how care givers must be held accountable for safety.
- Techniques for Assisting Mobility
- Real-life examples of how to use equipment (hoists, slings, slide sheets).
- Safe ways to lift, transfer and reposition objects.
- Assessing and Planning Tasks
- Perform risk assessments before escalating work.
- Make person-centered plans to fit your needs.
- Teamwork and Communication
- Useful methods for communicating with staff and residents.
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for:
- Nurses and carers.
- Social care workers working with the physically impaired.
- Anyone who moves and handles people within care institutions.
Course Benefits
- Trust yourself to manage mobility activities safely and effectively.
- Eliminate the risk of harm for both caregivers and those who are being cared for.
- Keep up with health and safety rules and standards.
Training Format
Our Moving and Handling of People training is provided by live, in-person training. This direct training lets students learn techniques in a controlled environment under the supervision of our trained professionals.
At the end of the course, students will be awarded a certificate of attendance for having achieved their level of proficiency in moving and handling procedures.
Call us today to sign up for this course and get started on safer, more efficient care.
