Patient Transport & Safe Handling Course
Gain expertise in secure patient movement through practical training in lifting techniques, transfers with stretchers and wheelchairs, safe driving practices, continuous monitoring, infection control, ethical guidelines, and incident avoidance. Tailored for healthcare support teams to enhance safety, lower injury risks, and ensure reliable patient care during every transport stage.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course equips you with hands-on skills for safely transporting and handling patients, covering body mechanics, equipment use, transfer methods for injuries like spinal and hip fractures, vehicle safety, monitoring, infection prevention, legal aspects, and risk management to safeguard patients and minimise staff injuries.
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Develop skills
- Apply proper body mechanics for safe patient lifts to avoid injuries.
- Execute secure transfers using stretchers, boards, and restraints.
- Ensure in-vehicle safety by securing patients and equipment while monitoring.
- Perform quick assessments of risks like falls, pain, and airways prior to moves.
- Prepare for incidents through error prevention, response, and handover documentation.
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