Safer Moving and Handling in a Care Setting

Safer Moving and Handling in a Care Setting
The aim of this course is to reduce the chances of care professionals suffering from avoidable back injuries and to educate them about the importance of site specific risk assessments.

You will leave with an understanding of the safety measures and legalities involved with manual handling.

The course covers:
The importance of back care - effects of incorrect lifting techniques; What the law says about moving and handling; Risk assessing the lifting of loads; Correct lifting and handling techniques; Applying moving and handling principles to dealing with casualties.

Further Study/Employment
Not Applicable

Course Details

Duration: 1 day

SCQF: Not Applicable