Moving and Assisting (Practical Only)

Course Title:  Moving and Assisting (Practical Only)

Course length 3 hours

Maximum number to attend 12

This course is aimed at all staff in health and social care.  

At the end of the training session, there is a short-written assessment to evidence the learning of the attendees.

Learning Outcome & Assessment Criteria

Introduction – Risk Assessment

Identify where to access risk assessments and safe systems of work.

Explain the importance of following safe systems of work.

Know the actions to take if a risk assessment doesn’t reflect true practice and identify who to report it to.

List the 5 key steps to risk assessment.

Safe Moving and Assisting Techniques

Demonstrate a wide range of safe moving and assisting techniques including:

Sit to stand techniques

Use of standing transfer aids

Use of wheelchairs

Hoisting techniques

Techniques for moving and personal care on a bed

Use of transfer boards

Use of handling belts

How to move and assist in line with legislation and agreed ways of working.