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People Handling & Moving Practical Training
This Manual Handling course covers both the practical and theory-based elements of Manual Handling & Moving of People & Inanimate Objects. Students will learn how to demonstrate safe moving and handling techniques, how to use a patient hoist and the principles of human movement.
Course Overview
A people handling and moving course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely handle and move people in various settings, such as healthcare, social care, and emergency services. The course typically covers a range of topics related to manual handling techniques specific to the movement of individuals.
Course outcomes meet the UK Core Skills and Training Framework guidelines.
All our trainers are fully qualified to deliver these courses to the standards and guidelines. This course is recommended for all nurses and careworkers.
Manual handling refresher training can be delivered in the workplace as a bespoke course if the workplace has a suitable area for the training to be conducted.
Details
Type : Onsite/Online Course
Course Price : £700
Duration : One day – 6 hours.
Training Cost
We guarantee To Price Match any like for like quote for on site training.
Course Type
Our first aid courses are available on-site for groups of up to 12 learners.
Course Certification
After completing your course, you will receive a Level 2 Award in Manual Handling.
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Course Contents
Introduction and importance of safe people handling
Overview of relevant legislation and regulations
Identifying and assessing the risks associated with moving and handling people
Body Mechanics and Ergonomics
Manual Handling Techniques
Communication and Collaboration
Health and Safety Considerations
Special Considerations of handling people with specific needs, such as those with disabilities, cognitive impairments, or medical conditions
Hands-on training with practical scenarios to reinforce proper people-handling techniques
Simulation of common situations encountered in the workplace
Documentation and Record Keeping
Review and Continuous Improvement
What will you learn?
Define the term ‘Manual Handling’.
To raise awareness of the causative factors and types of musculoskeletal injuries and how such an injury can affect the individual, the employer and society.
To provide an awareness of current Health and Safety legislation which relates to manual handling and its implementation in the workplace.
To introduce the subject of ergonomics and risk assessment.
The importance of good communication in Safer Handling
Discuss unsafe practices and identify rationale behind these
Who should attend?
The course is typically suitable for individuals working in healthcare, social care, emergency services, and other sectors where the handling and movement of people are integral to their job. This includes healthcare professionals, caregivers, paramedics, and support staff.
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Email: info@fitnessplus.uk
Address: 7-15, Greatorex Street, London E1 5NF
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