Moving and Handling

Price :£9.99

Introduction

Welcome to Moving and Handling Training

This course is written for people who are new to moving and handling in healthcare.

You will find plain-English explanations, real-world examples, step-by-step guides,

and helpful self-assessment checklists throughout.

Duration: approximately 1.5 to 2 hours | Pass mark: 70%

Note: This online training MUST be accompanied by practical, supervised

hands-on training before you carry out any moving and handling with patients.

What Is This Course About?

If you are new to working in healthcare, one of the first things you will need to learn is how to move and handle people safely. This might sound straightforward, but moving and handling is one of the most common causes of injury for healthcare workers in the UK. It is also a significant cause of discomfort, distress, and – when done badly – injury for the people receiving care.

The good news is that with the right knowledge, the right equipment, and a little practice, moving and handling can be done safely and comfortably for everyone involved. This course will teach you everything you need to know to get started.

IMPORTANT – Please Read Before You Start

This course gives you the knowledge foundation you need. But reading about moving and

handling is not the same as doing it. Before you carry out any moving and handling tasks

with real patients, you MUST complete supervised hands-on practical training.

If you are ever unsure about a move, STOP and ask a more experienced colleague.

What You Will Learn

By the end of this course you will:

• Understand why safe moving and handling matters and what the law says

• Know the basic rules of protecting your own back and body

• Be able to assess a moving and handling task before you start

• Understand the equipment that is available to help you

• Know the principles behind common moves such as helping someone up from a chair