The Moving and Handling People Safely Training Course offered by Imperial Corporate Training Institute is designed to equip healthcare professionals and support staff with the knowledge and practical skills required to move, assist, reposition, and transfer individuals safely. The course focuses on reducing the risk of injury to both caregivers and patients while maintaining dignity, comfort, and independence during moving and handling activities.
As a specialised Healthcare Management training course, this programme covers current best practices, risk assessment procedures, legal responsibilities, ergonomic principles, and the correct use of moving and handling equipment. Participants will learn how to perform safe patient transfers in a variety of healthcare settings, ensuring compliance with workplace health and safety standards.
Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the principles of safe moving and handling of people.
- Identify common risks associated with patient handling activities.
- Conduct effective moving and handling risk assessments.
- Apply correct body mechanics and ergonomic techniques.
- Use moving and handling equipment safely and effectively.
- Reduce workplace injuries related to manual handling tasks.
- Maintain patient dignity, comfort, and safety during transfers.
- Comply with relevant health, safety, and healthcare regulations.
- Implement safe handling procedures in various healthcare environments.
- Respond appropriately to challenging moving and handling situations.
Target Audience
This course is suitable for:
- Nurses and nursing assistants
- Caregivers and support workers
- Healthcare assistants
- Occupational therapists
- Physiotherapists
- Residential and nursing home staff
- Hospital and clinic personnel
- Rehabilitation centre employees
- Healthcare supervisors and managers
- Any professional involved in patient handling activities