People Handling Training

Proper patient handling is essential to ensure the safety and well-being of both healthcare workers and patients. This online course equips you with the skills and knowledge needed to handle patients safely and effectively.

In 2020, 597,000 workdays were lost due to injuries, significantly impacting workloads and business operations. The most frequently injured areas—back, shoulders, and arms—are often affected by improper handling techniques. This course provides practical guidance on safe patient handling, helping to create a safer and more efficient healthcare environment.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
✅ Understand human anatomy, safe lifting principles, and legal requirements.
✅ Conduct risk assessments and plan safe patient handling movements.
✅ Identify safe handling equipment and devices.
✅ Apply correct people handling techniques in real-world settings.

Assessments

• Online self-assessments after each module (not graded).
• Final online certification exam.
• Certificate awarded upon successful completion.

Duration & Flexibility

• Learn at your own pace, with progress saved automatically.
• Course can be completed in multiple sessions.
• Estimated completion time: 2 hours.

Enhance workplace safety and reduce injury risks with this essential People Handling course.