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The QA Level 2 Award in Moving People Safely (RQF) is a regulated and nationally recognised qualification designed for those who work, or intend to work, in a role that involves assisting and moving people. It is the perfect course for those working in a variety of health and social care environments such as care homes.  Successful candidates will learn the key principles of safe handling and how to apply these in their workplace. They will also practise a range of techniques, ensuring that they leave the course confident in the safe moving and handling of people.

QA Level 2 Award In Principles Of Manual Handling (RQF) Half day course (face to face), 2 sessions (virtual) Gives learners a good understanding of why manual handling is so important Gives learners the knowledge of safe manual handling principles Our full day course, Safe Moving and Handling, will also give learners sound practice in manual handling Course Contents: Common manual handling injuries Manual handling laws Responsibilities of employers and employees Manual handling risk assessments Safe movement principles associated with manual handling, including the body’s: Recognising a range of mental health conditions:Musculoskeletal systemCentre of gravityLever system Manual handling equipment:Types of manual handling aids and equipmentMaintenance and requirements for testing Theory of safe manual handling principles, including: Preparing for a lift Solo lifting, carrying and lowering an object Team manual handling Benefits of this course: 498,000 people people suffered from musculoskeletal disorders due to work related activities in 2018/2019 Of those, 138,000 were from people who had not suffered this before 6.9 million working days, or 26,436 working years, were lost due to work-related musculoskeletal disorders that year On average, each of those people had to take 16 days off work, with many never fully recovering from those injuries This course is there to help people avoid getting injured in the first place, saving both human suffering and cost to the employer and employee both Accredited, Ofqual regulated qualification Our Principles of Manual Handling Course is a nationally recognised, Ofqual regulated qualification accredited by Qualsafe Awards. This means that you can be rest assured that your Principles of Manual Handling Course fulfills the legal requirements and is a very good way to make sure you and your employees are trained in the principles of Manual Handling. The Ofqual Register number for this course is 603/2720/0

Did you know that incorrect manual handling is one of the most common causes of injury at work?  The QA Level 2 Award in Principles of Manual Handling (RQF) is a regulated and nationally recognised qualification, designed to cover the basic principles of manual handling.  This theory-based qualification is ideal for all employees as it provides candidates with an awareness of safe manual handling practices and the risks of unsafe manual handling.  With subjects covered in just half a day, this course is an ideal way to reduce the risk of workplace manual handling injuries, whilst minimising disruption to your organisation’s day to day activities!  Please note that this qualification does not include practical sessions. Those requiring practical training should undertake the QA Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling (RQF).

This course will enable candidates to understand how to improve their handling techniques to avoid injury so it is particularly suited for those starting a new job, returning to work or who need specific manual handling training.

Our Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling (RQF) is a regulated and nationally recognised qualification designed for those who work, or intend to work, in a role that involves manual handling. It is ideal for those working in a variety of environments including warehouses and shops.

Working within Heath and Social Care settings often involves moving, lifting, or otherwise manually handling the people within your care. This moving and handling training course is designed to educate learners regarding both the requirements and risks associated with moving people safely. Learners will also participate in practical moving & positioning enabling competency sign-off.

Course Information Who should attend? This course is provided for people who work in the care sector and are required to have knowledge and understanding of of how to move and position individuals safely, and in a way that promotes their independence, dignity and functional mobility. Also the importance of risk assessments and the potential hazards involved, along with the key legislation relevant to moving and handling. Course delivery This course is delivered in 1 day of classroom training led by a professional instructor to cover the all course elements: Manual Handling Safe use of Equipment Practical Assessment Effective Communication Assessing Risk Understanding Responsibilities Legislation Ergonomics Dignity Availability Private bookings available, contact us for more information Public course dates appear in our training calendar This is a CPD Accredited Course Pentagon Skills is a Skills for Care endorsed training provider

Course Information Who should attend? This course is a refresher course for people who work in the care sector and have experience in moving and positioning and are required to have knowledge and understanding of how to move and position individuals safely, and in a way that promotes their independence, dignity and functional mobility. Also the importance of risk assessments and the potential hazards involved, along with the key legislation relevant to moving and handling. Course delivery Classroom Training (Face to face) This course is delivered in 1/2 day of classroom training led by a professional instructor to cover the all course elements. Manual Handling Safe use of Equipment Practical Assessment Effective Communication Assessing Risk Understanding Responsibilities Legislation Ergonomics Dignity Availability Private bookings available, contact us for more information Public course dates appear in our training calendar This is a CPD Accredited Course Pentagon Skills is a Skills for Care endorsed training provider

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PUWER, LOLER and the Manual Handling Regulations Operations (1992) The anatomy of the spine About this event PUWER, LOLER and the Manual Handling Regulations Operations (1992) The anatomy of the spine How to risk assess using E.L.I.T.E safe principles The important of reducing risk and removing hazards Correct understanding of R.I.D.D.O.R How to choose and use the correct equipment safely Condemned and dangerous moves Practical skills – Chair moves, Slings, Slide sheets, Hoisting