Patient Handling for Carers
Short course
In Liverpool
Description
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Type
Short course
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Location
Liverpool
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Duration
1 Day
The objective of this training is to ensure that Carers have an appreciation of the issues involved in-patient handling. In addition, the service users will benefit from effective, safe patient handling. Suitable for: This course is designed for nursing and care staff whose work involves moving people. The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 requires all employers to carry out training for staff whose work involves moving people. The Manual Handling for Carers course help you comply with this legislation and are tailored to each individual workplace.
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- Health & Social Care Short Course Brochure
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Course Overview
This course is designed for nursing and care staff whose work involves moving people. The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 requires all employers to carry out training for staff whose work involves moving people. The Manual Handling for Carers course help you comply with this legislation and are tailored to each individual workplace.
Course Content
Ø Introduction to Manual Handling
Ø Moving safely – Techniques to avoid injury and strain
Ø Manual Handling Risk Assessment explained
Ø Moving and Handling in special situations
Ø How to recognize and avoid potential problems
Ø Responsibilities of Employers and Employees
Ø Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 and Safety Legislation
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Patient Handling for Carers