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Safe Patient Handling
Awareness Training Package
The objectives of our 1 day full training programme are as follows:
1. To provide information on up to date legislation and best practice guidelines related to the use of hoists and slings within healthcare facilities
2. To provide information and understanding on assessment criteria when choosing the right hoist and sling for a person
3. To have an opportunity to practice safe handling techniques when fitting slings on a person – lying in the bed, sitting in the chair, to and from the floor
Topics included are:
• The Positive Eight
• Mobility Gallery
• Hoist and Sling Assessment
• Principles of Safe Patient Handling • Practical Workshops
We can offer:
• Dates and times to suit your needs
• Training courses at your own
facility or provide training venue at no extra cost
Positive 8
1. Maintained mobility
2. Improved vital bodily functions
3. Reduced immobility acquired conditions
4. Greater ability and quality of life
5. Reduced need for assistance
6. Reduced strain-related injuries
7. Improved retention through less sick leave and turnover
8. Improved quality care and financial outcomes
Albert Independent
Barbara
Limited Assistance
Carl Assistance
Doris
Extensive Assistance
Emma
Fully Dependent
Special price of £495 for 3 – 9 delegates For more info please call 0800 0855617