Description
Moving and Handling People – CPD Approved
This comprehensive online course is designed for health and social care professionals who support individuals with mobility difficulties. It covers essential legislation, risk assessment procedures, and a wide range of safe moving and handling techniques. You’ll learn how to use specialist equipment such as hoists and slide sheets correctly, as well as strategies to prevent injuries for both carers and those receiving care. The course also addresses how to manage patient falls and maintain dignity and safety during transfers.
What You’ll Learn
Key principles of safe patient handling
How to carry out thorough risk assessments
Practical skills for different moving and handling scenarios
Correct use of moving equipment including hoists and slide sheets
Techniques for preventing falls and handling emergencies
Who Should Take This Course?
Ideal for health and social care workers, including those in residential, nursing, and home care settings, who are responsible for moving or assisting people with mobility challenges.
Why Choose Online Training?
This flexible, CPD-accredited course allows you to learn at your own pace, making it easier to fit professional development into your busy schedule.
Duration: 150 minutes