2 day course
Moving People Safely
Moving People Safely
- This course retails at £150 per candidate.
- There are no additional hidden charges.
- Discounts are available for repeat customers, charities and large group bookings.
- Talk to us about booking your course today! courses@phcaw.org.uk
- Staff must be over 18 years old.
Book today: Courses@phcaw.org.uk
WHO IS THIS TRAINING AIMED TOWARDS?
The QA Level 2 Award in Moving People Safely (RQF) is a regulated and nationally recognised qualification designed for those who work, or intend to work, in a role that involves assisting and moving people. It is the perfect course for those working in a variety of health and social care environments such
as care homes.
Successful candidates will learn the key principles of safe handling and how to apply these in their workplace. They will also practice a range of techniques, ensuring that they leave the course confident in the safe moving and handling of people.
WHAT IS COVERED?
- Common manual handling injuries
- Responsibilities of employers and employees
- Manual handling laws
- Risk assessments and risk control hierarchy
- Potential impact to a person if moved incorrectly
- Personal handling plans
- Ways to preserve dignity, health and safety when moving a
person - Manual handling and the musculoskeletal system, including:
• Centre of gravity
• Lever system - Key movement principles when moving a person
- Unsafe manoeuvres
- Aids and equipment used to move people and objects:
• Types of aids and equipment
• Maintenance and requirements for testing - Practical sessions:
• Solo moving of people and objects
• Team moving of people and objects
• Using aids and equipment
HOW DO I BOOK?
Book this course today by emailing courses@phcaw.org.uk