Manual Handling and Moving Refresher Course

Updated on Fri, 22/07/2011 - 1:58pm.
Professional Training Centre
Course Type: Part-time
(Explanation)
Course Start Date: Upon application
Location: Colchester
(See campus information)
Duration:

To suit company requirements
Centre: Professional Training Centre
Course Fee: Upon application

Course Description:

Available on a company basis only and we can adapt this course to suit your requirements.

This refresher course for individuals who have previously undergone Manual Handling training enables delegates to identify, assess and carry out manual handling situations safely, for both patient and carer with awareness of their responsibilities under Health and Safety and Manual Handling Operation Regulations.

Course Objectives/Key Benefits:

Review and up-date knowledge of the principles of good practice in relation to manual handling as outlined in the objectives of the Manual Handling and Moving course. 

Who the Course is Aimed at:

For anyone involved with manual handling including hospital staff, nurses, porters and carers of the elderly employed in hospitals, nursing or residential care homes.

Course Content:

  • A reminder of the regulations
  • Review 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 peoples ability to mobilise independently.
  • Look at unsafe practice

Entry Requirements:

To be working with people in the care field and previously undergone Manual Handling training.

Training Method:

Seminar including practical and group work.

Further Information:

This course is offered by the Professional Training Centre

Course Offered by the Professional Training Centre

PTC Enquiry Line: (01206) 712727

Disclaimer:

The course information describes programmes offered by Colchester Institute. The College takes all reasonable steps to provide courses as described, but cannot guarantee provision. The information is for guidance and does not form any part of a contract.

The College reserves the right to update and amend information as and when necessary. Colchester Institute will do its best to provide the courses shown, but may have to modify or withdraw a course depending on customer demand and other factors.

Fees are correct at the time of entering/printing information, but may be subject to change. The College cannot accept legal or financial liability as a result of any such changes.

Updated on Fri, 22/07/2011 - 1:58pm.
 
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