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Safer Moving and Handling (People) in St. Columb, Cornwall, TR9 6TL

In Safe Hands Health and Safety Training Limited
0844 800 9902 (quote ref: GEB/47406)
info@insafehandstraining.com

Event Location: 
In Safe Hands Simulation Centre - Unit 13 Indian Queens Trading Estate, Indian Queens, St. Columb, Cornwall, TR9 6TL

Event Dates & Duration:
27/08/2025 - 27/08/2025
 
(1 Day)
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
(Block Course)    Learning Type: Classroom

Availability:
Available


Price:
£99.00 + vat  (£118.80 inc vat)
 


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This course is suitable for everyone! It’s designed for anyone in the health and social care industry that may be required to use equipment and techniques to safely transport people around the home or working environment. The main aim of the course is to reduce the risk of injury to the handler and the patient. It will also consist of an introduction to basic lifting and handling techniques, equipment, risk assessment and manual handling tasks. 
This course has a further 3 hours of additional practical application and assessment. 
Students will have to declare themselves fit at the beginning of the course.                                

This 1 day course is valid for 3 years and will cover:                                                                                                                          

Introduction to Manual Handling

 What is Manual Handling 


The human body and the spine 


Common injuries 


Injury prevent and treatment 


Basic handling techniques – tailored to the working environment 


Manual Handling Risk Assessment 


Provision for a more varied practical content 


Legislation around the use of equipment in care 


Safe use of equipment                                                                                                        

The course meets the NICE required elements for annual training and refresher training for those working in a care environment.
An annual half day refresher is strongly advised by the the National Back Exchange.


In Safe Hands Simulation Centre - Unit 13 Indian Queens Trading Estate, Indian Queens, St. Columb, Cornwall, TR9 6TL


Refreshments:

Complimentary tea and coffee are available throughout the day.

There is also a vending machine to purchase cool drinks and snacks.


Lunch:

A fridge and microwave are available in the kitchen area for candidates to use.




 Joining Instructions include an interactive Google Map and Google SatNav to help you find the venue easily.

Directions

Just off A30 at Highgate Hill. 

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Any problems finding us call: 0844 800 9902


Who is the course for?

This course is suitable for everyone! It’s designed for anyone in the health and social care industry that may be required to use equipment and techniques to safely transport people around the home or working environment. The main aim of the course is to reduce the risk of injury to the handler and the patient. It will also consist of an introduction to basic lifting and handling techniques, equipment, risk assessment and manual handling tasks. 
This course has a further 3 hours of additional practical application and assessment. 
Students will have to declare themselves fit at the beginning of the course. 


 
Course Duration
1 Day

 
Qualification Gained

In Safe Hands Safe Moving and Handling of People certificate


 
Length of Qualification

This qualification is valid for 3 years. It is best practice to also attend annual refreshers


 
Accredited By
ISH   (Accreditation Number: )

 
Pre-requisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.


 
What To Expect

You will leave our course feeling confident in your new skills, and well equipped ready to use them 

Visit our shop for a selection of lifesaving First Aid Kits https://www.insafehandstraining.com/book-a-course/shop/

 
Exam Information

Ongoing practical assessment throughout the course.

 


 
Materials Required

100% attendance required  

Please bring photographic identification with you such as a driving licence or passport

Pen

We want to ensure your training experience is as comfortable as possible so please let us know of any special considerations, enabling you to take part fully in the training.

Contact us via email info@insafehandstraining.com or call us on 0844 800 9902


 

In Safe Hands Health and Safety Training Limited


 
In Safe Hands Health and Safety Training - Unit 13 Indian Queens Trading Estate, Warren Road, Indian Queens, Saint Columb, Cornwall, TR9 6TL

0844 800 9902 (quote Event Number: 166 / 47406)

info@insafehandstraining.com


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27/08/2025 - 27/08/2025
In Safe Hands Simulation Centre - TR9 6TL
£99.00