Risk Assessment in Moving and Handling
There are one, two and three day moving and handling risk assessment courses, depending on requirements. This is suitable for those in key positions of responsibility for the safe systems of working, e.g. managers and senior carers.
Aims:
- Understand legal requirements and obligations relating to moving and handling as a basis of assessment within their organisation
- Develop an understanding of ergonomics relevant to safer handling
- Identify ergonomic mismatches in moving and handling
- Acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to be confident in assessing persons who present moving and handling problems
Objectives:
- The intention is for attendees to achieve the following outcomes:
- To have a working knowledge of legal framework to enable compliance
- To have a working knowledge of relevant Ergonomics as pertaining to moving and handling
- Knowledge and understanding to carry out risk assessment applying rationales, processes and procedures
- Up to date knowledge and skills in safer handling techniques including current 'good practice' techniques and awareness of equipment available
- Ability to apply the ergonomic approach to develop practical solutions to moving and assisting problems
Contact TCR for further information and quote price code: E