Moving and Handling People

Course

In Watford

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Location

    Watford

  • Class hours

    4h

Suitable for: All staff who have a responsibility for moving & handling people.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Watford (Hertfordshire)
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712 St Albans Road, WD25 9RN

Start date

On request

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Course programme

Course Overview

This course is for care staff who has a responsibility for moving & handling people. It is based upon the ‘Guide to Handling of Patients 4th edition'. The course comprises of both theoretical and practical work. It prepares staff to take care of their back both in and out of work.

Course Content

  • Introduction to People Handling
  • Spinal Anatomy and Physiology
  • Perception
  • Legislation
  • Statistics
  • Risk Assessment
  • Maximising Service Users own Ability
  • Manual Handling Techniques - including use of aids
  • Warnings Against Unsafe and Outdated Moves
  • Improved Techniques and Principles

Moving and Handling People

Price on request