Page 15 - Ranger Home Care - Moving & Handling Handbook
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LOWERING
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Be sure the service user’s legs are touching the back of the chair Ask them to stick their bottom out
Lower back into chair
Remove ropes from stand aid
Undo leg strap and ask service user to raise feet Remove stand aid
Remove sling
BED MOBILITY
SAFETY CHECKS WHEN USING A PROFILE BED
• Carer knows how to use the controls of the bed • Raises the bed to the appropriate height
• Has read and understands the bed rail policy
ROLLING AND TURNING
SAFETY ISSUES
• Roll and turn service user to the side that has the most space
• It is an advantage for the carer who has the longest arms to be
the person to reach across service user when rolling and turning • Decide who is to be the lead person when 2 carers are required
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