Moving and Handling: Empowering Care Professionals with Safe Practices
Course Overview
Our Moving and Handling Course provides care professionals with essential training to safely move and handle individuals. This course emphasizes maintaining dignity, ensuring safety, and reducing the risk of injuries for both caregivers and the people they assist. Whether you are new to the profession or refreshing your skills, this training ensures compliance with legal standards and promotes a safer work environment.
Who Should Attend?
This course is perfect for:
- Caregivers in residential and community care settings.
- Healthcare assistants.
- Nurses and other healthcare professionals.
- Anyone responsible for the physical care and support of individuals.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, participants will:
- Understand the Legal Framework
Gain a comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation, such as the Health and Safety at Work Act and Manual Handling Operations Regulations. - Conduct Effective Risk Assessments
Learn to identify and mitigate risks during manual handling tasks.
(https://www.scie.org.uk/social-work/advice-best-practice/risk-assessment-process/“How to Perform Risk Assessments in Care.”) - Master Safe Techniques
Practice correct lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling, and carrying methods to minimize injuries. - Promote Dignity and Comfort
Understand how to preserve the dignity and comfort of individuals during care tasks. - Prevent Injuries
Recognize poor handling practices and apply strategies to minimize physical strain.
(Link to a blog post or page on “Reducing Workplace Injuries in Care Settings.”) - Use Equipment Safely
Gain hands-on experience with hoists, slide sheets, transfer belts, and other assistive tools.
Key Benefits of the Course
- Compliance with Regulations: Meet all legal and industry requirements for safe manual handling.
- Enhanced Confidence: Perform moving and handling tasks with care and precision.
- Reduced Workplace Injuries: Protect caregivers and individuals from musculoskeletal injuries.
- Improved Quality of Care: Deliver safer and more effective care.
Why Choose This Course?
Our Moving and Handling Course combines theoretical knowledge with practical experience, helping participants master the skills required to create a safer care environment. With our experienced trainers and hands-on approach, you’ll be well-prepared to meet the demands of your role.
Contact Us Today
Ready to take the next step? Join our Moving and Handling Course to improve safety and care standards in your organisation.
Contact us for more information or to register your team today!
Additional Resources
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