Nursing Manual Handling
Date/Time
Date(s) - 16/04/2015
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Location
Room 316, Building 405 Curtin University
Categories
This two hour program involves the skills and knowledge required to shift loads using manual handling methods, including assessing the risks associated with transferring a patient, planning the task and working within a team using specialised manual techniques . The manual handling program has been specifically designed by our in-house Physiotherapist to teach Curtin University Nursing & Midwifery students how to safely move and manipulate loads within their workplace. All participants will also receive learning resources for ongoing referral.
Recommended Outcomes
– Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety and legislative requirements
– Risk identification and injury prevention
– Body biomechanics and basic anatomy
– Manual Handling principles and transfer techniques (rolling, sit – stand, ambulation with aids)
– Use of mechanical aids (hoists)
– Identifying and correcting common postural misalignments
– Practical assessment of manual handling tasks
“It was great having the opportunity for one on one feedback with the facilitator. Handouts are a great resource”
B Hinks, Curtin University
Students are deemed competent following assessment of theoretical concepts and observation of correct
manual handling techniques in a workplace task. Students must obtain a grade of 80% or greater to be
deemed competent
Bookings
This event is fully booked.