Moving and Assisting People – Level 2 Accredited

Module 1: Spine Anatomy and Load Dynamics:
Understand the structure of the spine and its response to different positions and loads.

Module 2: Injury Types and Task Impacts:
Explore common musculoskeletal injuries and their effects on movement tasks.

Module 3: Legislation and Company Policy:
Examine relevant manual handling legislation and its integration into company policies, whilst keeping in mind employer and employee responsibilities.

Module 4: Risk Assessment Essentials:
Learn the significance of Manual Handling Risk Assessments, and how and when these are put in place.

Module 5: Ergonomics in Practice:
Define ergonomics and its application within workplace settings to enhance safety and efficiency.

Module 6: Personal Handling Plans:
Understand the development and contents of personal handling plans for individuals.

Module 7: Personal Safety and Care:
Prioritise individual safety and care principles in moving and handling scenarios.

Module 8: Assisting Techniques and Communication:
Using effective communication and safer techniques for moving individuals, emphasising person-centred approaches.

Module 9: Teamwork and Leadership:
Recognise the role of teamwork and leadership in ensuring safe practices during moving and assisting tasks.

Module 10: Encouraging Participation and Consent:
Emphasise the importance of encouraging participation, informed consent, and resolving conflicts with a person-centred focus.

Module 11: Recording and Reporting:
Learn proper procedures for recording and reporting all moving and assisting activities.

Module 12: Equipment Utilisation:
Identify and understand the usage of various equipment in moving and assisting tasks.

Module 13: Practical Demonstrations:
Engage in hands-on practice sessions demonstrating safe techniques for a range of moving and assisting scenarios, including the use of appropriate equipment.

What is “Moving and Assisting People – Level 2”?
Moving and Assisting People – Level 2 is a training program that equips individuals with knowledge and skills to assist individuals safely in healthcare and caregiving settings which meets the requirements of the HSE Manual Handling Regulations 1992. The course covers anatomy and physiology of the spine, legislation governing moving and assisting practices, and hands-on demonstrations of safe techniques. By the end of the training, participants will be proficient in assessing and executing safe moving and assisting operations, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.

Is it a legal requirement to have Moving and Assisting (Manual Handling) Training?
Yes – the Manual Handling Regulations state that all employees must be trained and competent in Manual Handling.