Manual Handling of People

Manual Handling — People  (minimum of 5 hours)

This is a practical course and attendees will be expected to demonstrate their competence in the moving techniques outlined below 

Aim:     To provide instruction in the principles of Safer People Handling techniques and explain the legislative and physiological factors affecting Manual Handling Operations

Objectives:      By the end of the course, learners will be able to:

• Explain the role of relevant legislation and guidelines relating to safe moving and handling
• Describe how the musculoskeletal system can be used effectively to reduce the risk of injury and contribute to efficient moving and handling
• Explain safer handling principles and techniques
• State how they will safely and effectively solve moving and handling problems in their workplace
• Describe the factors affected by Regulation 13
• Explain the importance of keeping & up-dating patient care plans
• Complete a case study care plan with group discussion
• Demonstrate the following patient handling manoeuvres using one or two carers
• Sit to stand
• Seat to seat
• Laying to seated
• Bed to bed