Moving and Handling of People
Build confidence in safer, person-centred moving and handling. This practical 3-hour course introduces the principles, risk awareness and techniques needed to support people safely while protecting dignity, comfort and wellbeing.
Safer moving starts with the person, not just the task.
Moving and Handling of People is a practical course designed for anyone who may need to assist, support or reposition another person safely. The session introduces the principles of safer moving and handling, while considering the needs, abilities, dignity and comfort of the person being supported.
Learners explore risk assessment, safer working practices, body mechanics, communication and the appropriate use of moving and handling equipment. Practical demonstration and learner participation help turn the principles into techniques that can be applied with greater confidence.
Safer moving and handling in practice
Topics include the key principles, responsibilities and practical techniques involved in moving and assisting people safely, with a strong focus on person-centred practice, risk reduction and appropriate use of equipment.
Safer Moving & Handling Principles
Introducing the core principles of safer moving and handling and how good practice can reduce unnecessary risk.
Responsibilities & Legislation
Understanding relevant health and safety responsibilities and the roles of both employers and employees.
Spine, Posture & Injury Prevention
Exploring basic spinal anatomy, body mechanics and common causes of musculoskeletal injury.
Dynamic Risk Assessment
Considering the person, task, environment and available equipment before moving or assisting someone.
Person-Centred Handling
Using communication, consent and dignity to involve the person and support safer, more respectful handling.
Preparing & Planning the Move
Preparing the environment, checking for hazards and planning the move before practical assistance begins.
Handling Equipment & Mobility Aids
Introducing the safe use of appropriate handling equipment and mobility aids, including essential safety checks.
Safe Assisting Techniques
Exploring safer ways to assist with sitting, standing and transfers while encouraging participation where appropriate.
Repositioning in Chairs & Beds
Introducing safer principles for repositioning a person while maintaining comfort, dignity and good body mechanics.
Hoists & Slings
Introducing key safety checks, basic principles and considerations when using hoists and slings to support a person.
Unsafe Techniques to Avoid
Recognising unsafe or controversial handling techniques and understanding why they should not be used.
Practical Demonstration & Learner Practice
Bringing the course together through demonstration, guided learner practice and practical competency checks.
Safer practice that protects everyone involved.
The course is designed to help learners understand the principles behind safer moving and handling, while building confidence in planning, assisting and supporting people in a more person-centred way.
Recognise and reduce risk
Identify common moving and handling risks and understand how simple planning and assessment can help reduce them.
Support people more safely
Apply safer principles when assisting with movement, transfers and repositioning.
Protect dignity and choice
Use communication, consent and person-centred approaches when supporting another person.
Use equipment with greater confidence
Understand key safety considerations when using mobility aids, hoists, slings and other moving and handling equipment.
Moving and Handling of People at a glance
Designed for safer, person-centred moving and handling.
This course provides practical moving and handling training for people who assist or support others. It does not replace an organisation's own moving and handling risk assessments, individual care plans, equipment guidance or manufacturer instructions, which should always be followed where applicable.
Bring safer moving and handling to your team.
Talk to Pressure Training about arranging a Moving and Handling of People session for your workplace, organisation or team.
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