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LEVEL: BEGINNER
This targeted training program equips healthcare staff with the knowledge and tools to minimize injuries related to patient lifting and mobility. Participants will learn to identify disciplines most at risk, recognize common barriers to implementing safe patient handling programs, and apply effective strategies for lifting, transferring, repositioning, and boosting patients. Through practical guidance and evidence-based techniques, this program supports a culture of safety for both staff and patients.
Objectives
1
Identify the disciplines at highest risk of patient handling injuries.
2
Describe barriers to safe patient handling and mobility programs.
3
Implement strategies to reduce injuries from patient lifting, transferring, repositioning, and boosting.
