See also Manual Handling Instructor Course
Office Ergonomics with Manual Handling
And Manual Handling
AIM & OBJECTIVES
This course, which meets the requirements of the Safety, Health & Welfare at Work Act, 2005 and insurance requirements, can be run either at the client's site or at the de Grandison Training Centre.
It covers all aspects of manual handling techniques and practices plus the special considerations necessary in handling, lifting and moving patients.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
All staff who will be involved in the handling and movement of patients, the elderly and the infirm.
PROGRAMME
As we are always pleased to customise the Programmes, the specific course content will depend on you particular needs and requirements.
The topics of a typical programme would include…
Manual Handling Accident Statistics In the Health Sector
The Danger Zones
To Avoid Manual & Patient Handling
Who is at Risk?
Risk Assessment
Avoiding & Minimising Risk
The Working Environment
Weight Limits
Under Ideal Conditions
Male vs. Female
Frequency
Patient Assessment Details
Moving & Lifting Patients
Prevent Back Injury
Exceptional Lifts
Where to get more information
The Course, which includes general Health & Safety practice, provides approx. 3.5 hours of training usually in a single session.
LOCATION & DURATION
The standard Programme is of 7 hours.
This course is best delivered as an in-house/in-company programme.
