This whole-day course meets all the outcome measures for the moving & handling component of the Social Care Induction Standards. All delegates are expected to actively participate in the equipment demonstrations to confirm competence and increase empathy with the client group.
12 benefits you will gain by attending:-
Find out just how common moving & handling injuries are
Understand the basic structure and function of the spine
List the important legal requirements in relation to moving people & loads
List the causes of back pain
State the basic principles of ergonomics
Demonstrate the principles of safe moving and handling
Demonstrate the use of relevant moving and handling equipment
Know how to carry out a risk assessment
Identify unsafe moving & handling practices
Identify your own safety lifting limits
Explore the problems associated with team handling
Find solutions for your moving & handling problems