Manual Handling and Moving (Train the Trainer)

This 3 day course is aimed at individuals working with people in the care sector who are responsible for training others on handling and moving of people.

Regulations

Requirement for Handling and Moving of People training to fulfil the Management of Health and Safety regulations 1999 and Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992.

Course Delivery

The course is delivered in a classroom environment and all equipment required will be provided. The training will include the following:

• Sit to stand
• Transfer from-to chair
• Slide sheets
• Slings
• Handling belts
• Wheelchair push/pull
• Basic first aid in accident situation
• How to recognise when emergency services are needed

Delegates will be assessed on one technique above in a training role.

Course Outline:

• An outline of the regulations
• The causes of strain, fatigue and injury along with safe and efficient handling technique in practice
• A practical demonstration on safer moving and handling of people
• How age, fatigue and general health can affect a person's ability to mobilise independently
• Look at unsafe practice
• Trainer assessment on teaching skills.

Course Tutor

Jim Darrah

Course outcome/qualification

Delegates will receive a certificate of competence as a trainer.