Objectives
To give all staff the required knowledge and skills they need to undertake occupational manual handling activities at minimum risk to themselves and others.
This course emphasises the need for accurate risk assessments in the workplace and allows you to practically demonstrate the use of moving and handling equipment.
- Have an understanding on the laws that govern manual handling
- Understand the effects poor moving and handling may have on our spine and discs.
- Have a relevant understanding of / Carry out Risk Assessments.
- Have knowledge around the equipment we may come across within our workplace.
- Demonstrate the safe use of manual handling equipment.
Contents
- Legislation- L.O.L.E.R; P.U.W.E.R; M.H.O.R; RIDDOR
- Employer duties
- Employee duties
- Types of injury associated
- Spinal Anatomy
- Pre-Procedural Considerations
- Risk assessment using T.I.L.E / E.L.I.T.E
- How to reduce risk to lowest possible level
- Safely using equipment and choosing correct equipment
- Correct moving and handling during resuscitation
- Understanding which lifts are unsafe to practice
- Assessing patient cognitive, physical and emotional ability
- Prevention and Management of Falls
- Practical session on moving, handling and positioning patients in a safe manner
- Prevention and control of exposure
- Information, instruction and training
- Workplace exposure limits
- Personal protective equipment
Course Duration – 1/2 day
Course Outline:
1. Learning About Safety Laws
- Learn the rules for moving and handling people.
- Understand important laws like the Health and Safety at Work Act, PUWER, LOLER, and Manual Handling Operations Regulations (1992).
- Know your legal duties to keep the workplace safe.
2. Duties and Responsibilities
- Learn what employers and employees must do to keep moving and handling safe.
- Understand the need for proper training and a safe workplace.
- Work together for everyone’s safety.
3. Basics of the Spine
- Learn about the spine and why it’s important when moving people.
- Understand the risks of using wrong techniques and common injuries.
- Know the importance of good posture to avoid injury.
4. Risk Assessment with E.L.I.T.E
- Learn how to assess risks for safe moving and handling.
- Use E.L.I.T.E principles: Environment, Load, Individual, Task, Equipment.
- Look at examples and case studies to understand these principles.
5. Reducing Risk and Removing Hazards
- Learn ways to reduce risks and remove hazards in moving and handling.
- Know about ergonomic factors like work surface height and clear paths.
- Identify hazards and take steps to fix them.
6. Understanding R.I.D.D.O.R
- Learn the R.I.D.D.O.R system: Repositioning, Individual, Disability, Duration, Outcome, Review.
- Understand the needs of the person being moved.
- Consider their disabilities, task duration, desired outcomes, and need for regular reviews.
7. Safe Use of Equipment
- Learn about equipment like hoists, slings, and chairs.
- Gain practical skills for using equipment safely.
- Follow the manufacturer’s guidelines and check equipment before use.
8. Avoiding Dangerous Moves
- Identify and avoid dangerous moves during moving and handling.
- Learn safer alternative techniques.
- Minimise injury risks for both the person being moved and the caregiver.
9. Practical Skills Test
- Show your skills in moving and handling people through a practical test.
- Apply what you’ve learned in a controlled setting.
10. Chair Moves
- Learn techniques for moving a person from sitting to standing and from one chair to another.
- Practice these moves using safe methods.
12. Using Slings
- Learn to use slings for moving people in bed or in a wheelchair.
- Ensure comfort and safety for the person being moved.
- Understand the importance of good communication.
13. Hoist Transfers
- Gain hands-on experience with hoists for bed-to-chair transfers.
- Safely operate the hoist and position the sling.
- Focus on maintaining dignity and safety during transfers.
