Moving and Assisting

Course Title: Moving and Assisting

Course length

Full Day

Maximum number to attend

Up to 12 delegates

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 and Assessment Criteria

Introduction - Legislation

Identify key pieces of legislation that relate to moving and assisting. (13.3a)

List tasks relating to moving and assisting that they are not allowed to carry out until they are competent. (13.3b)

Explain the importance of working in accordance with policies and procedures

Basic Anatomy and Physiology

Identify basic anatomy of the spine.

Explain the functions of various anatomy of the spine.

Describe how injuries can occur.

Demonstrate neutral posture.

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

Safe Moving and Assisting Techniques

How to promote dignity whilst moving and assisting

How to move and assist in line with legislation and agreed ways of working (13.3c)

Further advice and support

Identify where to access further advice and support regarding manual handling.