Scotland's professional answer to your health and social care training needs
Safer People Moving and Handling Refresher – 1/2 day course
(SMHPS Scottish Manual Handling Passport Scheme Compliant)
- Cost: £49
- Duration:1/2 day
This Safer People Moving and Handling (Refresher) course is designed for anyone who is involved in the moving and handling of people, who have already completed a full day Safer People Moving and Handling course and who require to update their knowledge.
This course will ensure that employers are able to meet their statutory obligations for manual handling training and that all staff are fully up to date with regard to their statutory manual handling practices and responsibilities
Course Syllabus
- Health and Safety
- Legislation
- What is manual handling
- Duty of care
- Anatomy of the spine
- Common injuries
- Risk assessments
- Reducing risks and hazards
Why choose DST?
Cost effective
We offer a cost effective way of training your team in workplace compliance qualifications conveniently at your own premises.
Flexibility
You can plan your training with a time and date that fits your organisational needs.
Team building
Training together can be a team building experience, giving you the time and opportunity to review policies and procedures relevant to your organisation
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Additional Info
Five things you should know about our courses
Excellence in Health and Safety compliance
Our courses provide an ideal approach to safer and more effective manual handling that not only meet HSE recommendations, but also promote safe practice in any given situation. All are accredited national qualifications and training that complies with statutory legislation.
Individual customised learning plans
Different students require different approaches to learning and we always strive to accommodate individual learners requirements in order to enhance their learning experience.
First Aid courses independently verified
We offer a wide range of First Aid courses assessed at level 5 and 6 SQA (Scotland) including First Aid at Work (FAW), Emergency First Aid (EFAW), Activity First Aid, Paediatric First Aid and Defibrillation. All First Aid courses are independently verified.
All courses include a comprehensive student training pack
All of our courses are supported by a comprehensive illustrated training pack which is included in your training costs.
Many more courses available upon request
If you require any information on the courses we provide or would like us to arrange training that is bespoke to your individual needs, please contact us to discuss how we may help.
