People Handling and Risk Management for MHOA

Course aims

To Reduce the risk and prevent injuries whilst undertaking moving and handling activities specifi c to MHOA.

Course information

For staffs who are in daily contact with, and handling of Mental Health Older Adults.

Course objectives
■ Awareness of relevant legislation and policy
■ Awareness of the principles of safe handling
■ Awareness of ergonomics
■ Awareness of people handling in MHOA
■ To practice safe handling techniques
■ Awareness of the possible causes of back injury
■ Understanding of the basic structure of the spine
■ Awareness of maintaining a healthy back
■ Awareness of making a risk assessment.

Target groups
All MHOA staff in a clinical setting.