Safer People Handling Hoist

Safer People HandlingHoists play an increasingly central role in the safemoving and handling of people. Coupled with the growing complexity and diversity of hoists,this means that adequate training is now more important than ever.RoSPA’s one day course offers all those who have previous manual handling experience the opportunity to devote a full day to the theory and practice of the safe use of hoists in a unique and fully equipped people care centre. Who Should Attend?
Those within the social or health care sector who have responsibility for carrying outmoving and handling risk assessments. Ideally delegates will have attended the Safer People Handling Trainers course.

What will the delegate bring back to the workplace?
●The ability to explain and demonstrate the principles of risk assessment, including relevant legislation and the identification of hazards and risks in a health or social care setting
● Knowledge of the relevant risk factors and legal requirements
● A thorough understanding of risk reduction strategies
● An understanding of the role of people handling assessments and documentation
● Knowledge of the appropriate equipment purchase based on evaluation and assessment
● Knowledge of balanced decisionmaking in the risk assessment process
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Contact a RoSPA Training & Consultancy representative to discuss your training needs.Contact a RoSPA Training & Consultancy representative to discuss your training needs and make a course booking. Tel: 0121 248 2233 (Scotland: 0131 449 9378) or email: training@rospa.com

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Click here to go to the top of the pageCourse Dates & Prices

Venue Duration Dates Fee - Members Fee - Non-Members
Birmingham 1 day 15 Sep 08
07 Nov 08
06 Jan 09
04 Mar 09
£350 +VAT £375 +VAT
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Patron: Her Majesty the Queen

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