This course will provide delegates with the theoretical and practical knowledge for the safe moving and handling of people in a healthcare setting and to understand the importance of appropriate risk assessment.
Description
This practical training course covers essential theory and knowledge required for moving and handling people safely within a healthcare setting. Learn how to move, position, assist and handle people the correct way to avoid injury. There will be protected time for any questions and further development that participants my require.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the principles of the safer moving and handling of people in line with the current legislation.
- Consider the ergonomics of the workplace.
- Consider consent and dignity.
- Understand the responsibilities of both the employee and employer.
- Understand the importance of care planning and appropriate risk assessment.
- Learn how to maintain a safe environment.
- Using our simulation suite to demonstrate the practical skills of manual handling using specialised equipment.
Suitable for
Healthcare Assistants, Registered Nurses
Book or enquire
Interested in attending, or holding this course in-house? Complete the form below and our team will be in touch with available dates.
Cancellations
If you need to cancel your booking please do so as soon as possible to avoid any charges. We reserve the right to apply a cancellation fee on a sliding scale as follows: within 24 hours of start time we will charge 100% of the course fee. 48 hr – 24hours before we will charge 50% of the course fee. If you wish to reschedule your booking we are happy to do this free of charge up to 48hrs before the course start date.
Price
£45.00
Course Duration
3 hours
Time
2pm-5pm