Moving & Handling courses
People
Course Content
This 4 hour course deals specifically with the handling of people and is relevant to healthcare workers and providers. It follows a minimal handling/lifting policy and includes guidance on handling aids. Course content includes:
- Risk assessment
- Principles of handling people in a care environment
- Assisting mobility
- Assisting people in chairs
- Assisting people in bed
- The use of handling aids
Certification
The certificate for successful completion of this course is valid for three years
Availability
Classes may be run on a scheduled basis, others can be organised as demand requires.
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