About the course
MC Training handling theory and practice explains why safe handling is important and the principles that make safe handling work.
This course is specifically for health and social care providers, nurse, caregivers, GP, kitchen assistant, domestic, maintenance. Whilst the emphasis is upon people handling situations, the principles are completely appropriate for non-people handling situations too.
Who is this course for?
Whether for induction, vocational, refresher or management training, this is handling theory training you will really appreciate.
Also see our Moving and Handling Assessment training resource.
What does the course cover?
Back pain, herniated disc.
How injury affects different people
The cumulative nature of back pain
Work as trained
Prevention is better than cure
How your back works
Basic anatomy
Spine, discs, ligaments, muscles etc.
Ergonomics (getting technical!)
Movements
Bearing the bulk of a person’s weight
Safe handling principles
Correct handling position
Infection control
Promoting independence
Download the syllabus (PDF)
How is the course assessed?
After each module you will be asked a set of multiple-choice questions. The answers are marked automatically so you instantly know your score.
Every trainee receives a training certificate on completion of the course as evidence for your records. This certificate is valid 3 years.