Moving & Assisting Trainer REVALIDATION

This course is designed to revalidate existing in-house trainers in Moving & Assisting to enable them to continue to deliver internal training. Attendees must have a valid Moving & Assisting Train the Trainer certificate achieved within the last two years.

What does the course cover?
• To understand the principles of safe Moving & Assisting
• To recap on knowledge and understanding of the legislation underpinning Moving & Assisting
• To recap on knowledge and understanding of the biomechanics of the spine and the importance of good posture
• To understand risk assessments and the importance of standardisation
• To undertake Moving & Assisting procedures safely including safety checks of equipment
• To participate in a practical session with the following techniques: foot on a footplate, sit to stand, lie to sit, falling and fallen clients, hoisting, slide sheets.