Moving and Handling of People
Short course
In Manchester
Description
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Type
Short course
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Level
Intermediate
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Location
Manchester
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Class hours
6h
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Duration
1 Day
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Start date
Different dates available
Do you need to update yourself or your staff in Moving and Handling?
Are you confident and competent in Moving and Handling?
Facilities
Location
Start date
Start date
About this course
CPD certificate.
The training team will contact you directly on the email address you have provided.
Reviews
Subjects
- Manual Handling
- Update
- Moving
- Handling
- Transferring
- Wheelchair
- Hoist
- Training
- Manual Handling Update Day
- Musculoskeletal injuries
- Knowledge
- Spine care
Teachers and trainers (1)
Deborah Bell
Training and Education Co-ordinator/ Moving and Handling Trainer
Course programme
Aims of the course
To ensure an understanding of what Moving and Handling is and the training needed
To raise awareness of musculoskeletal injuries and the impact they can have
To have a basic knowledge of the spine and general back care
To be familiar with legislation relevant to Moving and Handling at work
To be aware of the principles of safe Moving and Handling
To be aware of the importance of risk assessments in Moving and Handling
To ensure good practical skills of walking, sit to stand, moving in bed, use of slide sheets, stand aids and hoist / sling use.
Target group :Carers, personal assistants who must have a general knowledge of Moving and Handling and use of equipment in their workplace.
This course carries 6 hours CPD time and is accredited by the CPD Accreditation Service.
Moving and Handling of People