Please wear closed in footwear to attend this course
Course Content
Theory Element:
Relevant Health & ‘safety Law and local policy
Back facts
Anatomy and biomechanics
Principles of lifting
Ergonomics
Risk Assessment
Unsafe lifting practices
Practical Element:
Sit to stand
Walking – independent and supported and managing the fallen person
Stand aids
Hoist & sling checklist
Active hoist
Passive hoist
Profiling bed
Log rolling
Slide sheets and in-bed systems
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