Moving and Handling People

Description

This online Moving and Handling training explains the process of moving someone safely and gives step-by-step guidance, showing the most common lifts and moves. This training is ideal for those working in the care sector, where moving and handling people are regular occurrences.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

• Demonstrate an awareness of the risks associated with Moving and Handling People, and where a risk assessment is needed
• Understand how crucial planning is when lifting someone, especially as part of handling and moving people safely. In fact, the topic of moving and handling people is central to safe care procedures.
• Learn how carrying out people handling and moving can affect you and your posture if done incorrectly. Additionally, it’s essential to recognise the importance of people handling and moving in maintaining your well-being.

COURSE CONTENTS

This training course is broken down into 3 sections, which all focus on the proper approach to Moving and Handling People.

1. You and Your Back—discover best practices related to people handling and moving. When addressing moving and handling people, proper technique is vital for your safety.
2. Preparing to Lift Someone covers Moving and Handling People methods to reduce risk.
3. Moving and Lifting Someone—training will cover the key steps for safely handling people during moves, emphasising how moving and handling people effectively can support positive outcomes.