Care Refresher Training – Assisting and Moving

Course learning outcomes:

Will be dependent on the workers role and responsibilities and appropriate training should be provided to enable the worker to:

• be able to move and position an individual safely
• use equipment which may be required
• understand current legislation, national guidelines, policies, procedures and protocols in relation to moving and positioning individuals
• understand anatomy and physiology in relation to moving and positioning individuals
• be able to minimise risk before moving and positioning individuals
• know when to seek advice and/or assistance from others when moving and positioning an individual