RoSPA Level 4 Safer People Handling Risk Assessment and Care Planning
The RoSPA Level 4 Safer People Handling Risk Assessment and Care Planning course is designed to equip learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to evaluate risks, conduct comprehensive risk assessments and develop individual plans in the context of safer people movement situations. This two-day course is targeted at individuals currently working in assisting with the movement of people roles within health and social care environments.
What does the RoSPA Level 4 Safer People Handling Risk Assessment and Planning Course cover?
Delivery Methods:
Face-to-face classroom in-house
Open course prices available upon request.
Duration:
Two days
Managing risks in people handling: Participants explore why managing risk is crucial in the context of safer people movement
Principles of effective risk assessment: The course provides a detailed exploration of the general principles that form the basis of effective risk assessment
Ergonomic assessment and risk reduction: A specific focus is placed on ergonomic risk assessment, where participants learn to evaluate and address risks related to the physical aspects of people movement
Risk assessment tools: Participants are introduced to a variety of tools and methodologies used in risk assessment. This section equips them with the skills to choose and apply the most appropriate tools for specific scenarios
Recording risk assessment and handling plan: Understanding the importance of documentation, participants learn how to effectively record the results of their risk assessments and translate these findings into individual movement plans.
Reviewing assessments and plans: The course includes a segment on reviewing risk assessments and moving plans. Participants learn the significance of ongoing assessment and how to adapt plans to evolving situations.
Upon successfully finishing this course you will be able to:
Evaluate health and safety legislation:
Understand and assess health and safety, welfare and regulatory legislation in the context of supporting and moving people.
Conduct safer people handling risk assessment:
Complete a safer people movement risk assessment aligned with current best practices related to health, safety, welfare and regulatory legislation.
Develop individual handling plans:
Create and justify balanced and person-centered individual handling plans based on the findings of a safer people movement risk assessment.
Benefits of the course:
For employers
- Latest risk assessment tools: Equip your employees with the latest tools for risk assessment in safer people movement
- Reduced risk of MSDs: Mitigate the risk of Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) within your organisation
For delegates
- Reduced risk of injury: Experience a reduced risk of injury through comprehensive risk assessment and planning
- Confident risk assessment: Learn how to confidently assess risks and record handling plans based on the risk assessment
- Efficient moving principles: Identify efficient moving principles that promote dignity and independence.
For employers
- Latest risk assessment tools: Equip your employees with the latest tools for risk assessment in safer people movement
- Reduced risk of MSD's: Mitigate the risk of Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) within your organisation
- Compliance with legislation: Ensure compliance with relevant health and safety legislation.
For delegates
- Reduced risk of injury: Experience a reduced risk of injury through comprehensive risk assessment and planning
- Confident risk assessment: Learn how to confidently assess risks and record movement plans based on the risk assessment
- Efficient moving principles: Identify efficient moving principles that promote dignity and independence.
This course is tailored to meet your needs if:
✓ Current employment in health and social care: This course is specifically designed for individuals actively working in roles that involve people movement within the health and social care sector.
✓ Commitment to self-directed study: Recognising the importance of preparedness, this course expects participants to engage in pre-course self-directed study. This proactive approach not only enhances your understanding of the materials but also ensures that you enter the course with a solid foundation.
Why choose the RoSPA Level 4 Safer People Handling Risk Assessment and Planning course?
Expertise:
Participants have the distinct advantage of RoSPA's extensive experience in safety training
Relevant content:
Designed to address the specific challenges encountered in safer people movement within health and social care. Acquire insights directly relevant to the work environment
Practical demonstration:
Participants actively participate in practical demonstrations based on the findings of risk assessments
Dignity and independence:
Beyond the technical aspects of risk assessment the course emphasizes the significance of principles that uphold dignity and independence in supporting the movement of people
Comprehensive training:
The training covers the reasons for managing risk, general principles of risk assessment, ergonomic risk assessment, risk reduction, risk assessment tools and more.
Ready to enhance your expertise in safer people movement? Join the RoSPA Level 4 course now and equip yourself with the knowledge and skills needed for effective risk assessment and planning. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of both caregivers and those under their care.
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