Patient hoist and lift operation training course
4.9/5
Gain expertise in safe hoist and lift operations for healthcare workers. Master equipment inspections, sling selection, detailed transfer procedures, infection prevention, and effective patient communication to minimise injuries, uphold dignity, and manage emergencies confidently. This course equips you with essential skills for secure patient handling in clinical settings.

4.9 rating
4 to 360 hours flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course instils confidence in performing safe, efficient patient transfers using hoists and lifts for those with mobility challenges. Participants learn proper hoist and sling selection, thorough pre-use inspections, fault identification, effective communication for consent and reassurance, precise step-by-step transfer methods, infection control measures, privacy maintenance, risk evaluation, and emergency response protocols to enhance safety and patient wellbeing.
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Develop skills
- Safe hoist transfers: conduct bed, chair, and toilet lifts with precise control.
- Sling and hoist selection: match equipment to patient needs, size, and weight limits.
- Pre-use safety checks: inspect hoists, slings, and tag out faulty equipment quickly.
- Patient-centred communication: obtain consent, reassure, and guide anxious patients.
- Incident response skills: handle hoist failures, near-misses, and document events.
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