Manual Handling Workshop: Moving and Handling People and Objects
Bespoke Training Course
Course Overview
In health and social care, the act of moving and handling is inevitable. Ensuring that such tasks are carried out safely is imperative not only for the care givers but also for the service users. This hands-on workshop delves deep into understanding the risks associated with moving individuals and introduces participants to thorough risk assessment. More so, it arms them with the knowledge to prevent musculoskeletal disorders through proficient handling techniques.
Course Content
Throughout this transformative course, participants will cover a range of topics, including:
- Risk Recognition: Understand the consequences and costs linked to improper load management.
- Effective Load Management: Recognize how optimal load management can significantly benefit individuals.
- No-lift Policy: Get acquainted with the need, requirements, and benefits of a minimum handling policy.
- Legalities & Obligations: Discover both employer and employee responsibilities concerning manual handling, and get well-versed with critical legislation relevant to the field.
- Anatomy & Injury Prevention: A dive into understanding the spine, vertebrae, the causes of back pains, and injuries.
- Equipment Mastery: From hoists to slide sheets, grasp the operational know-how of various manual handling equipment through demonstrations.
Who Is This Course For?
This workshop is tailored for all individuals, with special modules designed for those in Theatres, Maternity, Adult, and Paediatrics.
Course Pre-Requisites
Participants must be physically fit and healthy. It's vital to wear the correct footwear and clothing. Please note that delegates will be required to simulate the role of a patient, so trousers are a must to maintain one's dignity.
Course Details
*Pricing Per Day
Funding: Commercial
Mode Of Delivery: Face to Face Attendance Required
Course Length: 1 Day
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How To Get In Touch...
Address:
Dynamic Training UK Ltd,
Unit 7, Brook Business Centre,
Cowley Mill Road,
Uxbridge,
UB8 2FX
Phone: 020 8607 7850
Email: hello@dynamictraining.org.uk
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