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CSTF – Manual Handling & Moving of People & Inanimate Objects Level 1&2
Course Description
Welcome to our CSTF - Manual Handling & Moving of People & Inanimate Objects Level 1&2. Upon completion, you will receive a certificate of completion. The course duration is approximately 1 hour and will earn you 1 CPD point.
You have 6 months from the date of purchase to finish this training.
You have 6 months from the date of purchase to finish this training.
Course Summary
The CSTF - Manual Handling & Moving of People & Inanimate Objects Level 1&2 course provides essential training on safe manual handling practices in healthcare and other workplace environments. This course covers key principles of patient handling, ergonomics, risk assessment, and effective communication to ensure safe and efficient movement of people and objects.
Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion and earn 1 CPD point. The course duration is approximately 1 hour, and learners have 6 months from the date of purchase to complete the training.
This course aligns with Core Skills Training Framework (CSTF) standards and equips learners with the necessary knowledge and skills to minimize risks, prevent injuries, and comply with legal regulations regarding manual handling.
Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion and earn 1 CPD point. The course duration is approximately 1 hour, and learners have 6 months from the date of purchase to complete the training.
This course aligns with Core Skills Training Framework (CSTF) standards and equips learners with the necessary knowledge and skills to minimize risks, prevent injuries, and comply with legal regulations regarding manual handling.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is designed for:
- Healthcare professionals including nurses, caregivers, and support staff
- Individuals responsible for patient handling in hospitals, clinics, and home care settings
- Employers and team leads ensuring compliance with manual handling regulations
- Healthcare professionals including nurses, caregivers, and support staff
- Individuals responsible for patient handling in hospitals, clinics, and home care settings
- Employers and team leads ensuring compliance with manual handling regulations
Course Contents
This module covers various topics related to CSTF - Manual Handling & Moving of People & Inanimate Objects Level 1&2, including:
1. Introduction to Patient Manual Handling
- Importance of patient manual handling in healthcare settings
- Risks and consequences of improper manual handling
- Legal and regulatory requirements related to manual handling
2. Anatomy and Physiology
- Basic understanding of the musculoskeletal system
- Common patient conditions affecting mobility and movement
- Impact of age and medical conditions on patient handling
3. Ergonomics and Body Mechanics
- Correct body posture and alignment during patient handling
- Principles of safe lifting, transferring, and repositioning techniques
- Proper use of assistive devices and equipment
4. Risk Assessment and Planning
- Identifying potential hazards and risks associated with patient handling
- Conducting risk assessments and implementing control measures
- Developing individualized care plans for patients with specific needs
5. Techniques for Safe Patient Handling
- Proper techniques for lifting, transferring, and repositioning patients
- Assisted and unassisted methods of patient handling
- Strategies for managing challenging patient behaviors during handling
6. Communication and Teamwork
- Effective communication with patients, colleagues, and multidisciplinary teams
- Collaboration and coordination during patient handling tasks
- Reporting incidents, near misses, and concerns related to manual handling
7. Documentation and Record Keeping
- Importance of accurate documentation related to patient handling
- Recording incidents, risk assessments, and care plans
- Confidentiality and data protection requirements
1. Introduction to Patient Manual Handling
- Importance of patient manual handling in healthcare settings
- Risks and consequences of improper manual handling
- Legal and regulatory requirements related to manual handling
2. Anatomy and Physiology
- Basic understanding of the musculoskeletal system
- Common patient conditions affecting mobility and movement
- Impact of age and medical conditions on patient handling
3. Ergonomics and Body Mechanics
- Correct body posture and alignment during patient handling
- Principles of safe lifting, transferring, and repositioning techniques
- Proper use of assistive devices and equipment
4. Risk Assessment and Planning
- Identifying potential hazards and risks associated with patient handling
- Conducting risk assessments and implementing control measures
- Developing individualized care plans for patients with specific needs
5. Techniques for Safe Patient Handling
- Proper techniques for lifting, transferring, and repositioning patients
- Assisted and unassisted methods of patient handling
- Strategies for managing challenging patient behaviors during handling
6. Communication and Teamwork
- Effective communication with patients, colleagues, and multidisciplinary teams
- Collaboration and coordination during patient handling tasks
- Reporting incidents, near misses, and concerns related to manual handling
7. Documentation and Record Keeping
- Importance of accurate documentation related to patient handling
- Recording incidents, risk assessments, and care plans
- Confidentiality and data protection requirements
Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to:
1. Understand the importance of patient manual handling in healthcare settings and the risks associated with improper handling.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of the musculoskeletal system and common patient conditions affecting mobility and movement.
3. Apply correct body mechanics and ergonomics principles during patient handling tasks.
4. Identify potential hazards and conduct risk assessments related to patient handling, and implement appropriate control measures.
5. Demonstrate safe and effective techniques for lifting, transferring, and repositioning patients.
6. Communicate effectively with patients, colleagues, and multidisciplinary teams during patient handling tasks.
7. Practice personal safety measures and strategies to prevent injuries during patient handling.
8. Understand the importance of accurate documentation and record-keeping related to patient handling.
9. Demonstrate competency in performing manual handling tasks through practical demonstrations and assessments.
10. Access additional resources and support for ongoing learning and development in patient manual handling.
1. Understand the importance of patient manual handling in healthcare settings and the risks associated with improper handling.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of the musculoskeletal system and common patient conditions affecting mobility and movement.
3. Apply correct body mechanics and ergonomics principles during patient handling tasks.
4. Identify potential hazards and conduct risk assessments related to patient handling, and implement appropriate control measures.
5. Demonstrate safe and effective techniques for lifting, transferring, and repositioning patients.
6. Communicate effectively with patients, colleagues, and multidisciplinary teams during patient handling tasks.
7. Practice personal safety measures and strategies to prevent injuries during patient handling.
8. Understand the importance of accurate documentation and record-keeping related to patient handling.
9. Demonstrate competency in performing manual handling tasks through practical demonstrations and assessments.
10. Access additional resources and support for ongoing learning and development in patient manual handling.
Frameworks & Standards
This course aligns with the standards set by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements.
NMC CPD Requirements:
- A total of 35 CPD hours must be completed within a three-year period since the last registration renewal.
- A minimum of 20 CPD hours must be dedicated to participatory learning, which involves interactive learning with other professionals.
NMC CPD Requirements:
- A total of 35 CPD hours must be completed within a three-year period since the last registration renewal.
- A minimum of 20 CPD hours must be dedicated to participatory learning, which involves interactive learning with other professionals.