This toolbox session discusses 3 common high-risk methods to sit people up in bed to illustrate the risk of musculoskeletal injuries.
The course then trains on 2 safe methods carers can use to sit people up in bed, using mechanical aids.
Learning Outcomes:
At the completion of this course, learners will:
- Learn about 3 high-risk methods that are commonly used to sit people up in bed.
- Learn about safe lifting methods that carers can use when sitting people up in bed.
- Understand the importance of using mechanical aids to help a person sit up in bed.
Course length: 4 mins (3-minute animated and subtitled video + 3 Q&A short answer assessment)
- Certificate of completion
- In-depth Reporting
- Facilitator’s Guide including video transcript and Assessment Q&A’s
- Optional pass rate
Available in English (Australian).
This course is suitable for use in Australia, the UK, Europe, the US, and all countries that adhere to OSHA and HSE requirements.