CSTF - Manual Handling & Moving of People Levels 1 And 2 Online Training

This online training course covers a wide range of topics relating to manual handling within the healthcare industry, such as spinal structure and function, ergonomics and controversial techniques.

1. Introduction to Patient Manual Handling:

• Importance of patient manual handling in healthcare settings
• Risks and consequences of improper manual handling
• Legal and regulatory requirements related to manual handling

2. Anatomy and Physiology:

• Basic understanding of the musculoskeletal system
• Common patient conditions affecting mobility and movement
• Impact of age and medical conditions on patient handling

3. Ergonomics and Body Mechanics:

• Correct body posture and alignment during patient handling
• Principles of safe lifting, transferring, and repositioning techniques
• Proper use of assistive devices and equipment

4. Risk Assessment and Planning:

• Identifying potential hazards and risks associated with patient handling
• Conducting risk assessments and implementing control measures
• Developing individualized care plans for patients with specific needs

5. Techniques for Safe Patient Handling:

• Proper techniques for lifting, transferring, and repositioning patients
• Assisted and unassisted methods of patient handling
• Strategies for managing challenging patient behaviors during handling

6. Communication and Teamwork:

• Effective communication with patients, colleagues, and multidisciplinary teams
• Collaboration and coordination during patient handling tasks
• Reporting incidents, near misses, and concerns related to manual handling

7. Documentation and Record Keeping:

• Importance of accurate documentation related to patient handling
• Recording incidents, risk assessments, and care plans
• Confidentiality and data protection requirements

Learning Outcomes:

1. Understand the importance of patient manual handling in healthcare settings and the risks associated with improper handling.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of the musculoskeletal system and common patient conditions affecting mobility and movement.
3. Apply correct body mechanics and ergonomics principles during patient handling tasks.
4. Identify potential hazards and conduct risk assessments related to patient handling, and implement appropriate control measures.
5. Demonstrate safe and effective techniques for lifting, transferring, and repositioning patients.
6. Communicate effectively with patients, colleagues, and multidisciplinary teams during patient handling tasks.
7. Practice personal safety measures and strategies to prevent injuries during patient handling.
8. Understand the importance of accurate documentation and record keeping related to patient handling.
9. Demonstrate competency in performing manual handling tasks through practical demonstrations and assessments.
10. Access additional resources and support for ongoing learning and development in patient manual handling.

At the end of the training there are a number of multiple choice questions, based on the course content, which must be answered correctly to pass. If you answer any of the questions incorrectly, you are given the opportunity to retake the course and successfully complete the test to receive your certificate.

The course will take approximately two hour to complete,

All certificates are included.