Manual and people handling

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Designed to encourage the safe movement and handling of things and people while lowering the risk of damage to staff and service users, manual and people handling is a crucial part of health and social care practice. One of the biggest causes of occupational injuries, especially musculoskeletal conditions affecting the back, neck, shoulders, and limbs, is still improper handling techniques. This course gives healthcare workers, caregivers, support personnel, and other staff members a thorough understanding of safe manual and people handling practices. Students will study risk assessment procedures, learn how to use evidence-based methods while moving loads and helping people, and investigate the legal and professional obligations related to handling operations.

7 Modules1 hour
$169$0
Manual and people handling

Learning Outcomes

What you'll learn

  • Define manual and people handling and explain the four key areas involved in safe handling practice.
  • Recognize common manual handling injuries and identify strategies to prevent them.
  • Conduct and document manual handling risk assessments effectively.
  • Explain relevant legislation, regulations, and organizational responsibilities relating to manual handling.
  • Determine safe weight limits and understand factors influencing handling capacity.
  • Demonstrate appropriate techniques for lifting, moving, transferring, and repositioning people safely.
  • Describe the safe use of manual handling equipment and assistive devices.
  • Apply person-centred principles during people handling activities.
  • Identify workplace hazards associated with manual handling tasks.
  • Promote a culture of safety and injury prevention within healthcare settings.

Modules

Module 1

Introduction to Manual and People Handling

Module 2

Recognising and Preventing Manual Handling Injuries

Module 3

Manual Handling Risk Assessment

Module 4

Legislation and Professional Responsibilities

Module 5

Safe Lifting Techniques and Weight Limits

Module 6

Safe People Handling and Use of Equipment

Module 7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Manual handling refers to lifting, lowering, carrying, pushing, pulling, moving, or supporting loads using physical effort.

People handling involves assisting individuals with movement, repositioning, transfers, or mobility while ensuring safety and dignity.

Training reduces the risk of injuries, promotes safe practice, and ensures compliance with health and safety legislation.

TILE stands for Task, Individual, Load, and Environment. It is a framework used to assess manual handling risks.

There is no universal maximum weight. Safe handling depends on individual capability, task demands, environmental factors, and risk assessment findings.

Mechanical aids should be used whenever risk assessment indicates that manual handling presents a significant injury risk or when individuals require substantial support.