MOVING PEOPLE SAFELY
Course Syllabus
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Move and handle people in a way that requires the least amount of effort
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Move and handle people in a way that provides greater comfort and dignity to the patient or resident
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Understand manual handling legislation as it applies to Healthcare
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Gain a better understanding of spinal mechanics
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Look after your own back and that of patients / residents
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Conduct a personal risk assessment for patients/residents
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Manual Handling Responsibilities and the Law
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Anatomy of the Spine and Types of Injuries
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Safe Lifting Techniques -T.I.L.E
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Key Elements of People Moving
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Risks and Controls related to People Moving
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People Moving - Risk Assessments/ Personal Plan
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People Moving Equipment
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People Moving - Controversial Techniques
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People Moving - Good Techniques
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Practical Sessions and Assessments in People Moving
ASSESSMENT AND QUALIFICATIONS
Following final assessment successful candidates will receive a Level 2 Award in Understanding and Enabling the Assisting and Moving of Individuals (QCF) and a Cerficate of Competence on use of equipment.