Course curriculum

    1. Introduction

    2. Proper manual handling techniques

    3. Common risks and injuries associated with manual handling tasks

    4. Manual Handling Customized Training

    5. Specific Manual Handling Techniques

    6. Transfers (Bed to Chair, Chair to Toilet, etc.)

    1. Risk Assessment for disability support workers

    2. Assessing client capabilities and needs

    3. Developing individual manual handling plans

    1. Communication strategies

    2. Behavioral Considerations

    3. Working with clients who have limited mobility

    4. Techniques for clients with cognitive impairments

    1. Injury prevention exercises and stretches

    2. Recognizing signs of strain/injury

    3. When and how to seek help

    1. Falls management

    2. What to do if a client or worker is injured

    1. Hands-on practice of key techniques

    2. Assessment of competency

    3. Assessment

About this course

  • Free
  • 24 lessons
  • 0 hours of video content

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