Safer Moving and Handling Course

The Award is made up of the following sections …


Section One


Understand the Theory of Safer Moving and Handling


This Section covers ...


… the legal aspects of moving and handling


… the duties of the employer and employee


… the cost of an accident and the implications of litigation


… the structure and mechanics of the body


… good posture and body movement


… load evaluation techniques


… correct handling techniques and safe systems of work.


Section Two


Undertake Safer Moving and Handling Techniques


This is specifically aimed at people working within the care, and related, sectors and specifically deals with the skills of ‘people handling’.


This Section covers ...


… risk assessment for different ages and settings


… effective communication skills and team working techniques


… the selection of equipment and other aids


… the promotion of the clients independence


… correct lifting and handling techniques


… the identification and response to the needs of individual clients.


Candidates are assessed by return-demonstration of techniques demonstrated throughout the course.