All Wales Manual Handling Passport Scheme- 2 Day Foundation

Course Outline

The aim of this course is to provide students with best practice training in Manual & People Handling, together with consistent support to meet the standards set by the All Wales Manual Handling Passport.

This 2 day course provides students with the knowledge and skills to safely move inanimate objects and people. It is designed for the health & social care sector.

Manual Handling injuries are the cause of most lost working days in the UK, with sprains and strains due to the incorrect lifting and moving of objects causing most suffering to employees.

The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and subsequent Regulations require that employees are provided with information and training and this general requirement should be supplemented with specific training and information on manual handling.

This course is full compliant with the All Wales Manual Handling Passport standards.

Course Content

• Module A- Spinal Awareness, Legislation, Policies, Ergonomics, Risk Assessment, Safe Handling Procedures, Team Handling & Communication.
• Module B- Inanimate Load Handling & Practical Ergonomics
• Module C- Sitting, Standing & Walking
• Module D- Bed Mobility
• Module F- Hoisting

Assessment

Students will be assessed against the All Wales Manual Handling Passport- The student will be required to discuss, observe and demonstrate each skill and on completion, will complete a passport document to demonstrate skills achieved.

Certificate

All Wales Manual Handling Passport Scheme (2 Day).

Course Dates 2012

Please enquire for further details

Pricing

• Group Only: £700 +vat (up to 10 in-house)

Related Courses

All Wales Manual Handling Passport Scheme (2 day), All Wales Manual Handling Passport Scheme (1 Day).