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MOVING & HANDLING PEOPLE Train The Trainer REFRESHER COURSE 1 Day This course is available nationwide, all courses can be delivered on the client’s site or trainers can register to join one of our scheduled open courses usually held at Worksafe Head Office, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. This one day course is designed to update and increase the knowledge and skills of those who have previously completed the Worksafe 4 Day IOSH Moving and Handling of People & Equipment Certified Award. All courses can be delivered on the client’s site or trainers can register to join one of our scheduled open courses. Every course is unique. Our update centres on evidence-based practise and current thinking. Training will include a revision of topics covered in the Worksafe MHPE Award eg: legislation, guidelines, risk assessment , equipment use, techniques and training ideas. Emphasis will be on the practical including inanimate and people handling techniques, exploring new ways to deliver training, supporting solutions to everyday handling problems and promoting a range of further ideas. DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION SUMMARY 1 day training update course Suitable for all sectors we work with Available to clients nationwide Led by experienced trainers Worksafe certificate of attendance on completion KEY BENEFITS + Gain a revised knowledge of manual handling theory (causes, prevention, management) Reviewed responsibilities Consider and practise the principles of handling when moving and handling loads, equipment and people Include a range of handling equipment and considered handling approaches for problem solving scenarios Discuss concerns encountered in day to day working including complex handling scenarios To attend this six hour update session you will have completed the IOSH Moving and Handling People and Equipment four-day award or similar. Ideally, you will need to be in a position of a training role or one of leadership to be able to make changes within your organisation. CERTIFICATION + On successful completion of the course the trainers will be given a certificate of attendance. BOOKING FORM Click the button below to download a copy of our booking form. DOWNLOAD BOOKING FORM

sally ann wiseman sally ann wiseman sally ann wiseman sally ann wiseman Moving and Handling Practitioner / Clinical Lead Phone: 01284 748288 Email: sallyann.wiseman@work-safe.co.uk a bit about me a bit about me a bit about me a bit about me Sally Ann is an energetic, dedicated, conscientious practitioner, constantly exploring ways to develop and share knowledge and skills in moving and handling people and loads. She enjoys lots of variety in her working life by seeking out new opportunities and challenges. Sally Ann is Mental Handicap nurse (learning disabilities) and has been a moving and handling practitioner for over fifteen years, using evidence based, ergonomic and a best practice approach. She is an advanced member of National Back Exchange, sits on the Patient Affairs subcommittee and is the secretary of the East Anglian group. In her day to day working life, Sally Ann undertakes ‘hands on’ training, and has spoken nationally at different conferences sharing ideas on health, well-being and handling. Sally Ann loves the open air; walking, camping, exploring. She has been an Akela for over twenty five years and thoroughly enjoys working with young people building skills for life. When she can, she reads, knits and goes to the cinema or live performances. Recently she has discovered Zumba and the fact that she has no sense qualifications qualifications qualifications qualifications Dip Mgnt | NeBOSH | Cert. Ed | BTec MHPE | ENMH | IOSH Advanced Member of National Back Exchange

OUR COURSES WORKSAFE TRAINING COURSES Evidence-based training courses for a healthier, safer future. Our manual handling and first aid training courses and services blend evidence-based and job-specific methodologies, so our team of specialist trainers can provide you with the tools and understanding to make the best health and well-being decisions. MANUAL HANDLING TRAINING COURSES Manual Handling Services Manual Handling Services From basic information to bespoke programmes, our specialist team of trainers and academics are able to help. FIND OUT MORE Manual Handling Inanimate Loads Duration: 3 Hours FIND OUT MORE IOSH Moving & Handling People & Equipment Train The Trainer AWARD Duration: 4 Days FIND OUT MORE Moving & Handling People Clinical Inductions NEW STARTER COURSE Duration: Bespoke FIND OUT MORE Moving & Handling People Train The Trainer REFRESHER COURSE Duration: 1 Day FIND OUT MORE Moving & Handling People Clinical Update REFRESHER COURSE Duration: 3 Hours FIND OUT MORE FIRST AID TRAINING COURSES Basic Life Support Training Basic First Aid Duration: 3 Hours FIND OUT MORE

CONTACT US TRAINING & CONSULTANCY WITH REAL PEOPLE IN MIND If you’re looking to get in contact with our team, you can fill out the contact form provided, or use the details below and a member of our team will get in contact with you. Telephone:01284 748288 Email: enquiries@work-safe.co.uk Address: 5 St Andrews Street South, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 3PH First name* Last name* Address Email* Phone Subject Type your message here... SUBMIT CERTIFICATE ENQUIRIES For any enquiries from organisations who are not classified as current Work Safe clients, please visit our Certificate Enquiries page. WHY DO WE NEED THIS INFORMATION? The contact details you provide will only be used to contact you in regards to your enquiry. If you would like to receive our occasional newsletter with news and updates regarding our courses and changes to legislation, please sign up to our Newsletter. For more information on how we store data please read our Privacy Statement . ACCREDITATIONS

Hayley Leveridge Hayley Leveridge Hayley Leveridge Hayley Leveridge ADMINISTRATOR Phone: 01284 748288 Email: hayley.leveridge@work-safe.co.uk a bit about me a bit about me a bit about me a bit about me Hayley has been with Worksafe for nearly 3 years and has a varied background in recruitment, business development and PA work. Hayley covers business administrative and marketing campaigns to universities, schools, care homes and NHS Trusts, as well as managing booking requests and HR. Hayley spends most of her weekend cheering on her footballer daughter from the sidelines and countryside walks with Penny Pug. Other interests include running, hiking up big peaks, gym, cooking, nutrition, travel and exploring Italy, and looking after their ‘mini-farm’.

MOVING & HANDLING PEOPLE Clinical Inductions NEW STARTER COURSE Bespoke to client requirements. This course is available nationwide and can be delivered on the client’s site. This training programme is for nurses, healthcare assistants, therapists and people handling staff who work in a hospital setting, a nursing/residential home or school where people handling is undertaken frequently. The aim of this induction programme is to introduce staff to the causes and prevention of musculoskeletal problems and manual handling injuries, and to demonstrate the principles of correct body mechanics and handling techniques for inanimate loads and people. DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION SUMMARY Bespoke to client needs or requirements Suitable for all sectors we work with Available to clients nationwide Led by experienced trainers Certificate of attendance issued KEY BENEFITS + Explain responsibilities to handling people (including Legislation) and explain MSDs preventative measures including dynamic risk assessment. Have demonstrated the importance of risk assessment and discuss the principles of common sense ergonomics. Be able to apply evidence based principles to job specific handling tasks. Explain importance of using manual handling equipment such as hoists, slide sheets etc. Demonstrate techniques for load handling. Demonstrate correct people handling techniques with and without equipment. Demonstrate the use of a variety of equipment. CERTIFICATION + On successful completion of the course the delegates will be issued with a certificate of attendance. GET IN TOUCH

TERMS & CONDITIONS Welcome to our website. If you continue to browse and use this website you are agreeing to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions of use, which together with our privacy policy govern Worksafe’s relationship with you in relation to this website. DEFINITIONS The term ‘Worksafe Training & Consultancy Ltd’ or ‘us’ or ‘we’ refers to the owner of the website whose registered office is 5 St Andrews Street South, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 3PH. Our company registration number is 06456995. The term ‘client’ or ‘you’ refers to the user or viewer of our website. ORDERS AND PAYMENTS 1. Firm Bookings and Acceptance The completion of the on-line booking form and submission (electronic or otherwise) to Worksafe constitutes your order for the consultancy/training as referred to in the booking form whether or not you intend to make a payment on-line. For all booking made on-line via our website full payment is required either by credit/debit card. 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To assist this, the number of delegates per course is restricted, so to enable those attending to obtain the full benefit of discussion and interaction between delegates and training consultants. 2. WHAT IS INCLUDED IN PURCHASE PRICE Please see individual service/course/proposal description for details 3. COURSE MATERIALS Course handouts or books are sometimes provided as a learning aid and to help with note taking. They are only available to those booked on a course. Handouts and books may not be reproduced in any part without written permission from Worksafe. 4. CHANGE OR CANCELLATION OF BOOKINGS Worksafe acknowledges that changes in circumstances can mean services may be cancelled. To be eligible for a refund we require 10 working days notice of cancellations. However cancellations can cause us complications and therefore are subject to the following conditions: Delegates on training courses can be substituted at any time prior to the course with the prior approval of Worksafe. 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INDUSTRY Job Specific Training Your employees will be guided through a training experience that focuses on applying evidence-based manual handling principles to the jobs they do on a day-to-day basis. This ensures that training is ‘real’ and relevant to each employee. With a focus on risk assessment and the use of equipment that is available in the workplace, we help you comply with your legal requirements. Employees will also understand how to manage and prevent musculoskeletal injury in the future. Following the manual handling training you will receive written feedback on recommended action you can take to reduce manual handling risk. We will also stay in contact and remind you when updates are needed. WHO WE TRAIN We have experience of training: Utilities Heavy Industry Light Industry Equestrian Manufacturing Services Laboratories Cleaners Housekeeping Warehousing Administrators Catering HAVE A QUESTION? CALL OUR TEAM: 01284 748288 Our office hours are: Monday – Friday: 8.30am – 5.00pm

niamh mcardle niamh mcardle niamh mcardle niamh mcardle TRAINING ADMINISTRATOR Phone: 01284 748288 Email: niamh.mcardle@work-safe.co.uk a bit about me a bit about me a bit about me a bit about me Niamh has been with Worksafe since 2009 and has a varied background in construction and administration. Niamh takes on most of the admin functions and is always looking for simple ways to do complicated tasks as well as a little marketing and website building. Niamh loves nature, the arts, film and culture and all things travel and can often be found with a book in hand with her dogs by her side. She also has a passion for Psychology and has studied this independently. qualifications qualifications qualifications qualifications BTEC National Diploma Business & Finance

NHS Job Specific Training Many of our experienced trainers are still working in NHS Trusts across the country, so we understand the physical demands that NHS staff are facing. Prior to any training session we visit our clients to ensure that we have an expert understanding of the jobs our delegates do, along with the specific moving and handling issues and equipment in their workplace. Using job specific scenarios, we listen to our delegates’ moving and handling problems and make training relevant to their job roles. Delegates will also gain knowledge on how to manage and prevent musculoskeletal injury in the future. Our moving and handling training is evidence-based with a focus on dynamic risk assessment and equipment use. Our training will help ensure you comply with your legal obligations. Our skilled, experienced and approachable Trainers have years of experience in the demands of handling patients in healthcare. This is used to help delegates solve branch-specific handling problems. You can expect a reliable and professional service from your first interaction with our team. From hassle-free booking, to evidence-based training, personalised feedback and support, we will ensure you receive a bespoke training experience for your organisation. WHO WE TRAIN We have experience of training: Nurses Midwives Community Nurses Mental Health Nurses Physiotherapists Occupational Therapists Paramedics Theater Staff Physician Associate Community Health Care Support Services Porters Learning Disability Nurses Dentists Podiatry Chiropady GP’s /Practice Nurses Radiography Operating Department Practitioners Speech & Language Therapists Administrators HAVE A QUESTION? CALL OUR TEAM: 01284 748288 Our office hours are: Monday – Friday: 8.30am – 5.00pm

AMBULANCE Job Specific Training We understand that every Ambulance Trust is different, that’s why, prior to any training, we will visit you to ensure we have an expert understanding of the types of transfers and equipment used that are specific to that Trust. We also aim to gain an understanding of any specific handling issues that may be present. Using job-specific scenarios, we listen to delegates moving and handling problems and make training relevant to their job roles. Worksafe’s moving and handling training is evidence based with a focus on risk assessment, equipment use and patient safety. Employees will also understand how to manage and prevent musculoskeletal injury in the future. We use a problem solving approach to ensure paramedics can solve moving and handling problems in any number of environments they work. Our reliable and professional training is delivered by approachable trainers who have vast experience in moving and handling people in the ambulance service. WHO WE TRAIN We have experience of training: Student Paramedics Paramedics Patient Transport Services Administrators Ambulance support staff HAVE A QUESTION? CALL OUR TEAM: 01284 748288 Our office hours are: Monday – Friday: 8.30am – 5.00pm

PRIVACY STATEMENT This privacy statement sets out how Worksafe Training & Consultancy Ltd uses and protects any information that you give when you use this website. Worksafe is committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected. Should we ask you to provide certain information by which you can be identified when using this website, then you can be assured that it will only be used in accordance with this privacy statement. Worksafe may change this policy from time to time by updating this page. You should check this page from time to time to ensure that you are happy with any changes. This policy is effective from May 2014. WHAT WE COLLECT We may collect the following information: name and job title contact information including email address demographic information such as postcode, other information relevant to customer surveys and/or offers WHAT WE DO WITH THE INFORMATION GATHERED We require this information to understand your needs and provide you with a better service, and in particular for the following reasons: Internal record keeping. We may use the information to improve our products and services. We may periodically send promotional emails about new products, special offers or other information which we think you may find interesting using the email address which you have provided. From time to time, we may also use your information to contact you for market research purposes. We may contact you by email, phone, fax or mail. SECURITY We are committed to ensuring that your information is secure. In order to prevent unauthorised access or disclosure, we have put in place suitable physical, electronic and managerial procedures to safeguard and secure the information we collect online. LINKS TO OTHER WEBSITES Our website may contain links to other websites of interest. However, once you have used these links to leave our site, you should note that we do not have any control over that other website. Therefore, we cannot be responsible for the protection and privacy of any information which you provide whilst visiting such sites and such sites are not governed by this privacy statement. You should exercise caution and look at the privacy statement applicable to the website in question. CONTROLLING YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION You may choose to restrict the collection or use of your personal information in the following ways: whenever you are asked to fill in a form on the website, look for the box that you can click to indicate that you do not want the information to be used by anybody for direct marketing purposes if you have previously agreed to us using your personal information for direct marketing purposes, you may change your mind at any time by writing to or emailing us at enquiries@work-safe.co.uk We will not sell, distribute or lease your personal information to third parties unless we have your permission or are required by law to do so. We may use your personal information to send you promotional information about third parties which we think you may find interesting if you tell us that you wish this to happen. You may request details of personal information which we hold about you under the Data Protection Act 1998. A small fee will be payable. If you would like a copy of the information held on you please write to Worksafe Training & Consultancy Ltd, 5 St Andrews Street South, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP33 3PH. Email: enquiries@work-safe.co.uk If you believe that any information we are holding on you is incorrect or incomplete, please write to or email us as soon as possible, at the above address. We will promptly correct any information found to be incorrect.