Lifting and Transferring Patients

Description

This course covers: Principles of good handling, unsafe techniques, common injuries, controlling a fall, post-fall action plan, getting up off the floor, using hoists, bed and chair transfers, rolling a patient, walking a patient, sitting up, lateral transfers.

Learning Objectives

On completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Understand the risk assessment process
• Explain and use the principles of safe moving and handling
• Identify the effects of poor handling on employees
• Understand the importance of good posture and exercise to back care
• Use approved techniques for moving and handling tasks relevant to work
• Safely use mechanical aids available in the workplace
• Explain the importance of promoting mobility and independence
• Describe the causes of pressure sores and how to prevent them

Intended audience

This course is recommended for all healthcare professionals and workers who are involved in the care and transportation of patients.