Manual handling practice and theory
Course
In West Sussex
Description
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Type
Course
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Location
West sussex
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Class hours
4h
Suitable for: All Grades of Health & Social Care Staff.
Facilities
Location
Start date
Start date
About this course
Candidates are required to have a reasonable degree of physical fitness to become involved in the practical element of the course – if any candidate has any known injuries this must be communicated prior to commencement of the course.
Reviews
Course programme
COURSE CONTENTS
- Legislation
- Anatomy and physiology of the spine
- Efficient body movement
- Ergonomics
- Accumulative effects of bad practice
- Risk assessment
- Practical use of handling aids
- Unsafe practices
Refreshments
- Refreshments will be provided if training is held at an Ace Care venue.
Equipment Needed
- Handouts and workbooks will be provided. Candidates need to bring notepaper and pens with them.
Other Notes
- The number of candidates per course is dependant on room size suitability.
Additional information
Manual handling practice and theory