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Moving & Handling

Moving & Handling

Introduction

Moving and handling people, particularly the elderly and disabled, requires specialist skills and training to minimise the risk of personal injury. This course is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to assess and reduce these risks. You will learn techniques to avoid lifting altogether, how to lift safely when necessary, and how to use equipment that simplifies and ensures safer handling processes.

Is Moving & Handling The Right Course For Me?

You should consider this course if your job involves regularly lifting and moving people, such as roles in care homes or working with the disabled. As an employer, enrolling your staff in this course will help you meet legal obligations to provide appropriate training, thereby reducing the risk of injury to your workforce and ensuring compliance with the Manual Handling Operations Regulations.

What Does This Course Cover?
Back and Spine Care
Learn how to protect your back and spine while performing manual handling tasks.
Hazards in Manual Handling
Identify potential hazards and learn strategies to mitigate risks.
Injuries from Manual Handling and Their Causes
Understand common injuries and their causes to better prevent them.
Assessing Manual Handling Situations
Gain skills in evaluating different manual handling scenarios to choose the safest approach.
Principles of Safe Lifting
Learn the fundamental principles of lifting safely to avoid injury.
Ergonomics
Understand how to arrange your workspace and tasks to enhance comfort and reduce strain.
Mechanical Aids, Hoists, and Slings
Learn how to use equipment that assists in lifting and moving people.
Fitness
Recognise the importance of physical fitness in performing manual handling tasks effectively.
Manual Handling Operations Regulations
Understand the legal requirements and guidelines for manual handling.
Working and Communicating as a Team
Develop teamwork and communication skills essential for safe manual handling.
Sitting, Standing, and Walking
Learn techniques for safely assisting with these basic movements.
Bed Mobility
Gain skills in helping individuals move safely in bed.
Lateral Transfers
Learn how to perform safe lateral transfers.
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Course Benefits

Injury Prevention
Protect yourself and your colleagues from potential injuries related to manual handling.
Legal Compliance
Meet regulatory requirements and avoid legal issues related to improper manual handling practices.
Improved Skills
Gain practical skills and knowledge that are directly applicable to your job.
Enhanced Confidence
Build confidence in your ability to handle people safely and effectively.


Flexible Learning Options

Online Learning
Access course materials, lectures, and interactive exercises online, allowing for flexible study schedules and remote learning options.
On-site Classes
Attend face-to-face classes at our learning center, benefitting from direct interaction with instructors and peers.
Blended Learning
Combine on-site and online learning modalities to suit individual preferences and needs, optimising learning outcomes.
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