Patient Transport & Safe Handling Course
Gain expertise in secure patient transport using proven methods for lifting, transfers, driving precautions, and error prevention. Tailored for support staff to cut down injuries, ensure patient safety, and provide steady, assured care at every stage.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This Patient Transport and Safe Handling Course equips you with hands-on, step-by-step techniques for safely moving and monitoring patients from initial checks to handover. Master body mechanics, ergonomic equipment, stretcher and wheelchair handling, transfers for spinal and hip fractures, safe vehicle operation, patient monitoring, infection prevention, legal and ethical guidelines, plus incident avoidance to safeguard patients and minimise staff injury risks.
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Develop skills
- Proper patient lifting: employ body mechanics and ergonomics to avoid caregiver harm.
- Expert patient transfers: handle stretchers, boards, and straps for stable movements.
- Vehicle interior safety: fasten patients and equipment while tracking comfort en route.
- Quick hazard assessments: check for falls, discomfort, breathing, and surroundings prior to moves.
- Emergency preparedness: stop mishaps, handle situations, and record transfers accurately.
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