Moving and Handling - Online Course - CPD UK Certified

This comprehensive Moving and Handling course, available on the Reed Courses platform, is designed to equip learners with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to safely and effectively manage and move objects and individuals in various settings. Emphasizing both the theoretical understanding and practical application of moving and handling principles, this course covers a broad spectrum of topics, including the legal framework, risk assessments, principles of safe moving and handling, and the use of equipment.

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Course Content Moving and Handling course:

• Introduction to Moving and Handling: Understanding the basics, importance, and principles of safe moving and handling.
• Legal Requirements and Responsibilities: Overview of the relevant legislation, employer and employee responsibilities.
• Risk Assessment: Identifying and managing risks in moving and handling tasks.
• Principles of Safe Moving and Handling: Techniques to minimize risk and prevent injury.
• Use of Equipment: Training on the correct use of moving and handling equipment.
• Moving and Handling People: Specific techniques and considerations for safely moving individuals.
• Practical Application: Hands-on practice and scenario-based learning.

Aims of the Moving and Handling Course:

• To provide a thorough understanding of the principles and practices of safe moving and handling.
• To equip learners with the skills to perform risk assessments and apply effective moving and handling techniques.
• To ensure learners are aware of legal responsibilities and compliance in the context of moving and handling.

Assessment

online assessment is taken on completion of the training material. You will be asked multiple choice questions with a pass mark of 80%. The answers are marked automatically so you will instantly know whether you have passed. If you don't pass don't worry! You can take the test as many times as you need. Although you need to purchase the same course again when you used all ten (10) attempts.

Certificate

Our online social care courses are accredited by the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and are nationally recognised. Once you have completed your assessment you will be awarded a free accredited certificate in PDF format which is immediately available. Hard copies of the certificate are available for an additional fee. All evidence of learning and certification will remain in our system for your future reference.

• Healthcare professionals
• Caregivers
• Manual laborers
• Warehouse and construction workers
• Anyone required to move heavy objects or individuals as part of their job

This course is ideal for individuals seeking to improve their moving and handling techniques, understand the legalities and risks involved, and prevent injuries in the workplace or care settings.

For new users, the course requires no prior healthcare experience. It's designed as an entry-level induction, providing essential training in care principles. Participants will need commitment to complete the modules, access to a learning platform, and support from their employer to apply practical skills in their workplace

Upon completion, participants can pursue careers in various sectors, including:

• Healthcare: as nurses, caregivers, or support workers
• Logistics: in roles involving warehousing and distribution
• Construction: in positions requiring manual handling and safety compliance
• Occupational Health and Safety: as advisors or trainers