Course Overview

This half day course will train you in the skills of safer inanimate object handling.

Who Will Benefit?

This course is ideal for all health and social care staff involved in the moving and handling of inanimate objects.

Assessment and Certification

Course assessment comprises:

• practical assessment by trainer;

• a short Q&A which will assess your understanding of the theoretical component.

This course is certified by the CPD Certification Service and aligned to the Skills for Care Core Skills Training Framework (CSTF). Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a certificate from EDGE which valid for one year.

Course Aims and Intended Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course you will:

• have an overview of how current legislation affects you as employees, and how it affects your employer;
• understand the workings of the spine with relation to the ways in which you conduct Manual Handling tasks, and be better able to avoid back injuries caused by poor posture and inefficient movement;
• demonstrate your ability to move and handle inanimate objects using only safer handling techniques.

Post-Training Support

This unique service provides invaluable support to you after the course has finished. Our helpful trainers are available to answer any queries you may have once you return to work.