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Delegates enrolled in the OTESA Occupational Therapy Moving and Handling Training course, which includes both theoretical and practical sessions, are advised to download their free course handbook and review the content prior to the training day.

Who is this Course for?

Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists & Therapy Assistants

Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, and Therapy Assistants involved in adult health and social care are invited to this course. It's suitable for those with a manual handling role, those needing a refresher, and those who prescribe equipment or conduct risk assessments. Participants should be fit for practical tasks on the day of training.

CQC registered Professionals and Formal Carers

This course is designed for professionals and formal carers in adult health and social care who are involved in moving and handling tasks. It's suitable for those with prior training needing a refresher, as well as those currently working in such settings. Managers endorsing their staff for this training should ensure participants are physically capable of handling practical tasks on the day.

Informal Carers

Informal carers and non-professionals tasked with moving and handling others in their care, those needing a refresher course, or seeking to update their knowledge due to the evolving needs of the person they care for, are all catered for. This includes a review of safe practices and correct techniques, supported by a multidisciplinary team, provided they are physically capable of engaging in the practical aspects of the training.

Course Objectives

1. Identify and explain key legislation underpinning practice for therapists including the responsibility of the practitioner, their employer and others. 2. Complete comprehensive risk assessments and apply knowledge to their workplace and case scenarios. 3. Complete safe Moving and Handling techniques with the use of various equipment and be able to explain key considerations including contraindications for equipment use.

About OTESA

OTESA Occupational Therapy Service is happy to offer its expertise in Moving and Handling. Our tried and tested training system is based on the cumulative experience of our trainer. We pride ourselves on setting up our training delegates for success, ensuring that they leave the sessions prepared and competent to deliver a safe moving and handling service to your clientele. Founder Sian Ali is a qualified Occupational Therapist, registered with the Health Care and Professions Council (HCPC) and a Royal College of Occupational Therapy (RCOT) Member. She has extensive experience working in local authority services with older adults who have physical, mental and learning disabilities. She has worked in a number of roles including Moving and Handling and Single-Handed Care Project Lead and Assistant Team Manager. She is also a Naidex Moving and Handling Lab 2021 & 2022 speaker.

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