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    • First Aid & CPR Courses
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    • Advanced Diabetes & Subcutaneous Injection
    • Oral Suctioning
    • Advanced Epilepsy & Midazolam
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Conduct Manual Tasks Safely

Nationally Accredited (HLTWHS005)

 

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Overview

Safe manual handling is essential for preventing injury and promoting dignity in care.  Manual Handling Training is specifically designed for Support Workers to develop the practical skills and knowledge needed to safely assist clients with mobility and transfers in a variety of health and community care settings.

 

This hands-on training ensures that workers understand their legal responsibilities, follow best practice techniques, and work within their scope of practice to reduce the risk of harm to themselves and those they support.

Topics Covered

 

  • Core principles of manual handling safety
  • Anatomy and biomechanics related to movement and posture
  • Identifying and assessing manual handling risks in the workplace
  • Correct techniques for:
    • Repositioning clients in bed
    • Assisting with standing and walking
    • Using hoists, slide sheets, transfer belts, and other mobility aids
  • Workplace health and safety obligations under current legislation
  • Importance of client focused manual handlig, review of care plan and effcient and effective communication with client and collegues
  • Incident prevention and reporting requirements

FAQ

Is it Face-to-Face, Online or Combined?

This course is currently 100% face to face. 

What is the Cost?

A nationally accredited certificate, the cost is $110.

Competency based only qualification, the cost is $65.

Accreditated or Competency Based Qualification

The Nationally Accreditated HLTWHS005 Conduct Manual Handling Task Safely versus competency based Manual Handling is the same course content , same duration. 

The difference between the 2 :

* The cost

* Basic theory exam

* Most importantly the level of qualification .

If you have any questions just ask our helpful team.

Who and how do i enroll in the course?
  • You can either enroll online or via phone/email. 
  • Please email your full legal name, date of course and what course you would like to complete along with your phone number.
  • Anyone working in Aged Care or Disability Sector should have a Manual Handling Qualification .

 

Is a Manual handling Refresher the same course?

Yes it's the same qualification that everyone requires yearly. However if people have done it previously and work in the industry daily the course duration can be shortly depending upon the experience/ competency of student. This is assessed on the day by the trainer.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, participants will demonstrate:

  • Safe and effective use of manual handling equipment
  • Proper technique for supporting clients during movement
  • Awareness of personal limitations and escalation procedures
  • Compliance with infection control and safety standards
  • Confidence in performing tasks in line with organisational policies and procedures

Upcoming Dates

Please call or email us to receive our training schedule.

0431 641 497 | info@icaretraining.com.au

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iCare Training

by

Judy Bartlett

Registered Nurse

Owner and Trainer

 

In partnership w/- HealthCorp (91222)

Contact us

judy@icaretraining.com.au

0431 641 497

 

29 Maud Street, Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast, QLD, 4558