Course: Moving and Handling of People and Objects
Description
This online course provides essential information about manual handling hazards, their prevention and control.
It aims to help workers understand how to carry out manual handling tasks with the minimum risk of injury.
On completion of the course you should:
- have an understanding of the injuries that can arise from carrying out lifting and moving tasks incorrectly;
- know about the legal requirements relating to manual handling and the use of the equipment and how they are applied to minimise the risk of injury;
- understand the mechanical forces affecting the body when lifting;
- know about good lifting and moving techniques;
- have an understanding of the approach to be taken when handling and moving people, including bariatrics;
- be aware of the benefits derived from good handling procedure, the use of appropriate equipment and efficient room layout by means of ergonomic design;
- know about sources of information and further advice.
This course includes 6 videos and was updated in 2025
Course Contents:
- Section 1
- Section Overview - Video
- Aims of the Course
- Health and Social Care Diplomas
- The Definition of Manual Handling?
- The Importance of Safe Manual Handling
- Section 2
- Section Overview - Video
- Manual handling injuries
- Section Summary
- Section 3
- Section Overview - Video
- The Law and Regulations
- Risk Assessments
- Reducing the Risk of Injury
- Safe Systems of Work
- Algorithms
- Legislation & Risk Summary
- Section 4
- Section Overview - Video
- Biomechanics of the Body
- Environmental Barriers
- Biomechanical Principles
- Moving objects - Video Demonstration
- Recommended Lifting Limits
- Wheeled Equipment Design
- Good Handling Technique
- Team Manual Handling
- Section 5
- Section Overview - Video
- Moving and Handling People
- Risk Assessments
- Organisational Policies
- Checking Your Environment
- Respect and dignity
- Equipment
- Care plans
- Assisting People to Move
- Prevention and Handling of Falls
- Caring for Bariatric People
- Section 6
- Section Overview - Video
- Manual Handling and Ergonomics
- Legal Requirements for Specialist Equipment
- Employee's Duties When Using Equipment
- Continuing Professional Development
- Regulations Review
- Section Summary
This course includes videos
Content
Course overview
This online course gives health and social care professionals the knowledge they need to carry out manual handling safely and reduce the risk of injury. It covers key techniques, legal requirements and best practices for lifting and moving objects and people, including bariatric care.
This course includes audio and videos.
Course contents
Section 1
- Section Overview - Video
- Aims of the Course
- Health and Social Care Diplomas
- The Definition of Manual Handling?
- The Importance of Safe Manual Handling
Section 2
- Section Overview - Video
- Manual handling injuries
- Section Summary
Section 3
- Section Overview - Video
- The Law and Regulations
- Risk Assessments
- Reducing the Risk of Injury
- Safe Systems of Work
- Algorithms
- Legislation & Risk Summary
Section 4
- Section Overview - Video
- Biomechanics of the Body
- Environmental Barriers
- Biomechanical Principles
- Moving objects - Video Demonstration
- Recommended Lifting Limits
- Wheeled Equipment Design
- Good Handling Technique
- Team Manual Handling
Section 5
- Section Overview - Video
- Moving and Handling People
- Risk Assessments
- Organisational Policies
- Checking Your Environment
- Respect and dignity
- Equipment
- Care plans
- Assisting People to Move
- Prevention and Handling of Falls
- Caring for Bariatric People
Section 6
- Section Overview - Video
- Manual Handling and Ergonomics
- Legal Requirements for Specialist Equipment
- Employee's Duties When Using Equipment
- Continuing Professional Development
- Regulations Review
- Section Summary
Who should enroll?
- Nurses and healthcare assistants
- Care workers in residential and nursing homes
- Domiciliary (home care) workers
- Occupational therapists and physiotherapists
- Paramedics and emergency care staff
- Hospital porters and support staff
- Midwives and maternity care staff
- Rehabilitation and support workers
- Personal assistants providing direct care
- Social care workers supporting vulnerable adults
Certification/Learning Outcomes
A printable digital certificate is issued upon completing the module(s) and the end of section quizzes. On completing this course, you will:
- Have an understanding of the injuries that can arise from carrying out lifting and moving tasks incorrectly
- Know the legal requirements of manual handling and using equipment, and how these laws are applied to minimise the risk of injury
- Understand the mechanical forces affecting the body when lifting
- Know about good lifting and moving techniques
- Understand the correct approach to be taken when handling and moving people, including bariatrics
- Understand the benefits of good handling procedure, the use of appropriate equipment, and efficient room layout utilizing ergonomic design
- Know where to find sources of information and further advice.
£19.95
Course Info
| Has Audio | : | Yes |
| Modules | : | 6 |
| Lectures | : | 79 |
| CPD Hours | : | 3.00 |