Course Length :
Course Price :
3 Days
Price to be advised on booking
What is the Passport?The scheme aims to provide a consistent approach to moving and handling training standards in health and social care throughout Wales. Smartcare have designed the course to meet the requirements of the Passport, in preparation for the full implementation of the scheme later this year.

Which courses should staff attend?All staff must complete Modules A and B, and then complete any modules from C to F depending on their job role.

Course Content
  • Introduction to Moving and Handling (covering Module A)
  • Inanimate Load Handling (covering Module B)
  • Sitting, Standing and Walking (covering Module C)
  • Bed Mobility (covering Module D)
  • Lateral Transfer (covering Module E)
  • Hoisting (covering Module F)
Areas covered will be: 1. Communication
2. team handling
3. ergonomics
4. risk assessments
5. H&S legislation
6. effective movement principals
7. use of handling aids
8. hoists and slings
9. ensuring the health and safety of both themselves and their clients