306 Task C Handouts
You have been asked to prepare three handouts for new staff attending an induction. The handouts are to provide information on the following topics.
Handout 1 – Moving and handling
This handout must include:
Ci A description of the main points of health and safety legislation that relates to moving and handling.
Cii Explanations of>
a)How following principles for safe moving and handling protects those in a social care setting from injury or harm.
b) The consequences of not following an individual’s care plan or engaging with them when assisting moving and handling.
c) Situations that may require additional supports necessary for safer moving and handling.
Moving and handling involves the use of the human body to lift, lower, fill, empty, or carry loads. The load can be an object or a person or animal.
Legislation relevant to moving and handling:
Health and Safety at Work 1974-These regulations place responsibilities on BOTH EMPLOYERS AND EMPLOYEES specifically relating to manual handling.
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