Moving and Handling People
Course
In Watford
Description
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Type
Course
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Location
Watford
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Class hours
4h
Suitable for: All staff who have a responsibility for moving & handling people.
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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- Warnings Against Unsafe and Outdated Moves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