This classroom-based CSTF Moving and Handling & Basic Life Support (BLS) Practical Training course in London is designed to equip healthcare professionals with essential skills in patient handling and life-saving techniques. This comprehensive training ensures participants meet the Core Skills Training Framework (CSTF) standards, enhancing safety and compliance in healthcare settings.

Course content

This CSTF Moving And Handling & BLS Practical training refresher course covers the following:

CSTF Moving and Handling

Introduction to moving and handling legislation and regulations.
Identification of common hazards and the risks they pose to staff and patients, including musculoskeletal injuries.
Strategies for managing risks focusing on preventive measures, workplace adaptations, and the use of risk assessment tools.
Employers' legal obligations to provide a safe working environment and employees' obligations to follow safety procedures and use equipment correctly, and how these responsibilities apply in moving and handling activities.
Dynamic risk assessments, ergonomic approaches, and safer moving and handling principles.
Application of ergonomic principles to reduce strain and improve safety during moving and handling tasks.
Core principles of safer moving and handling, including proper body mechanics, team lifting techniques, and the use of handling aids.
Comprehensive training on various people moving equipment, including hoists, slide sheets, and transfer boards.
Best practices for equipment use to ensure both patient dignity and staff safety, with practical demonstrations and exercises.

The course content adheres to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and National Back Exchange (NBE) guidelines. It also fulfils the UK Core Skills Training Framework (CSTF) standards for healthcare providers. This comprehensive training meets all the regulatory requirements established by the CQC, Care Inspectorates, and other relevant organisations, making it appropriate for all individuals working in health and social care.

CSTF Basic Life Support (BLS)

A review of the most current Resuscitation Council UK guidelines alongside local policies governing resuscitation practices.
Identifying the early signs of patient decline towards clinical deterioration or cardiorespiratory arrest.
Hands-on techniques for performing high-quality chest compressions and effective lung ventilation, including the ratio, depth, and frequency required to maximise the chance of survival in a cardiac arrest scenario.
Comprehensive instruction on the correct selection, placement, and operation of AEDs, with practical exercises.
Strategies and procedures for promptly recognising and responding to choking incidents.
Correctly applying recovery positions, facilitating open airways and preventing aspiration aligned with Resuscitation Council UK guidelines.
Simulated emergency scenarios that mimic real-life situations to test and refine the application of learned skills for actual clinical emergencies tailored to different patient circumstances and aligned with Resuscitation Council UK guidelines.
Ethical dilemmas and considerations in resuscitation including respect for patient autonomy and understanding when it might be appropriate to initiate or withhold resuscitation efforts based on DNACPR orders.
Effective communication and teamwork among healthcare professionals during emergencies, including clear role definitions and standardised communication tools.
Guidelines on providing care after resuscitation, addressing the patient's physical and emotional needs, and considering transferring to higher levels of care if necessary.

The course content follows Resuscitation Council UK guidelines and meets the UK Core Skills Training Framework (CSTF) standards for healthcare providers. This ensures the training is thorough, meets all regulatory requirements set by the CQC, Care Inspectorates, and other bodies, and is suitable for everyone in health and social care.

Course aims

The aims of this CSTF moving and handling & BLS practical training refresher course will:

Equip learners with a thorough understanding of moving and handling people legislation, regulations, and best practices within health and social care settings.
Enhance awareness of related hazards and risks, promoting effective risk management techniques.
Equip participants with the skills and knowledge required to anticipate, identify, and respond to signs of clinical deterioration in adults.
Ensure the timely prevention of further decline and effective response to cardiorespiratory arrest.
Emphasise the importance of early and effective resuscitation and the need for healthcare organisations to have a clearly defined resuscitation policy.

Learning objectives

This face-to-face CSTF moving and handling & BLS training refresher course will:

Introduce key legislation and regulations.
Learn to identify and manage risks associated with patient handling.
Understand employer and employee responsibilities under safety regulations.
Master dynamic risk assessment techniques and ergonomic principles.
Develop practical skills in the safe use of people moving equipment.
Provide an in-depth review of the latest Resuscitation Council UK guidelines and local resuscitation policies, ensuring participants' practices align with national adult basic life support standards.
Learn and practice BLS techniques, including CPR, AED use, and managing choking incidents, as the Resuscitation Council UK recommended.
Understand and execute the roles and responsibilities of healthcare professionals during emergencies, emphasising accurate reporting and recording of emergency events.
Engage in discussions and case studies concerning applying the local Do Not Attempt Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (DNACPR) Policy and anticipatory care decisions within clinical contexts, focusing on ethical considerations and patient-centred care.

Learning outcomes

On completion of this face-to-face CSTF moving and handling & BLS training refresher course, participants will be able to:

Identify and mitigate risks related to moving and handling.
Perform dynamic risk assessments and apply ergonomic principles.
Demonstrate the safe use of moving equipment.
Identify the factors to consider when undertaking a dynamic risk assessment before carrying out a moving and handling activity.
Identify suitable risk control strategies and resources to facilitate good practice following a risk assessment appropriate to the activity and individual’s role.
Demonstrate the application of safer moving and handling principles when using the range of equipment relevant to the individual’s job role and setting.
Demonstrate the safe use of equipment relevant to the needs of the patients in their care, the individual’s job role, and the setting.
Recognise cardiorespiratory arrest.
Know how to summon immediate emergency help in accordance with local protocols.
Initiate an appropriate emergency response, which may include management of choking and the use of the recovery position, all per current Resuscitation Council UK guidelines.
Initiate and maintain effective lung ventilations per current Resuscitation Council UK guidelines.
Understand their individual role and responsibilities in responding to persons in emergencies.
Provide basic airway management, i.e. ensure an open airway.
Perform CPR and use AEDs accurately.
Know how to apply the local Do Not Attempt Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Policy/anticipatory care decision within the clinical context.
Understand the importance of undertaking any resuscitation interventions within the limits of their personal capabilities and the context of any previous training received.

*These learning outcomes draw from the Resuscitation Council UK guidelines, recommendations from the CSTF framework, and regulatory requirements. Additionally, learners will understand their important roles and responsibilities in the wider scope of patient care and safety.

Accreditation and Certification

This practical refresher course has been externally peer-reviewed and accredited by the CPD Certification Service, ensuring it meets high-quality standards. This certification contributes 4 hours towards CPD/CME/CNE requirements.

Participants will receive a CPD certificate valid for one year that fulfils the standards required by HealthTrust Europe (HTE), Crown Commercial Services (CCS), and the NHS Collaborative Procurement Partnership (CPP), ensuring it meets the comprehensive and relevant training needs.

Why is the course important?

Mastering effective moving and handling techniques is crucial to prevent work-related musculoskeletal disorders. Similarly, being proficient in basic life support can save lives. This training course ensures healthcare professionals are well-prepared to handle patient safety and emergency situations, improving overall care quality and compliance with professional standards.

Moving and Handling & BLS Practical - Level 2 (CSTF Refresher) - London