People Moving, Handling & Risk Assessment Training

This is an essential course for employers wishing to comply with The Health and Safety Act of 1994, The RCN Code of Practice 1996, The provision and use of work equipment regulations 1998 (PUWER), Lifting operations and lifting equipment regulations 1998 (LOLER).

It is also a mandatory requirement for Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapists, Care Workers, Medical Staff and anyone who wishes to lift patients and objects with minimum risk to themselves.

Course Programme:
• Introduction and course objectives
• Spinal mechanics and awareness
• Back injury and back care awareness
• The law
• Risk assessment
• Using handling aids and equipment
• Principles of handling people
• Communication and co-operation

Course Duration:
Half Day

Certificate Validation:
18 Months

Course Cost for individuals:
Please call for prices

Group Bookings or Training at your Premises:
Please call for more information as these packages will be tailor made to your needs.

Special Note – The use of any equipment on this course is for demonstration only and staff managers are responsible to ensure that their staffs are trained on the equipment used within their organisation.