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MANUAL HANDLING INANIMATE LOADS 3 hours This Manual Handling Inanimate Load course is available nationwide and can be delivered on the client’s site. The practical elements of the course are conducted in the delegate’s workplace, doing tasks they need to do on a day to day basis. Our manual handling training will help you manage and prevent musculoskeletal injury in your workplace. The evidence-based training focuses on risk assessment and use of equipment available in the workplace. The aim of this course is to teach delegates the causes, prevention and management of musculoskeletal disorders and to revise the principles of correct body mechanics and a range of techniques for handling inanimate loads. All training is job-specific that is in line with the Health and Safety Executive’s current strategy, and will help you comply with your legal requirements. This entails training delegates in their normal place of work doing jobs they do on a day to day basis. Additionally, following the manual handling training we give written feedback on recommended action you can take to reduce manual handling risk. DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION SUMMARY 3 hour training course Suitable for all sectors we work with Available to clients nationwide Available at client’s location/site Led by experienced trainers Certificate of attendance issued KEY BENEFITS + On completion of the programme delegates will be able to: List the five causes musculoskeletal ill-health and state how problems can be prevented and managed. The importance of exercise in the prevention of musculoskeletal injuries. How to manage musculoskeletal conditions. Be able to apply evidence based principles to job specific handling tasks. Perform a 1 minute LITE risk assessment. Demonstrate correct lifting techniques in the workplace by applying principles of moving and handling. Explain importance of using equipment available such as trolleys etc. CERTIFICATION + On successful completion of the course the delegates will be issued with a certificate of competence. GET IN TOUCH

BASIC LIFE SUPPORT TRAINING Basic First Aid 3 hours This Basic Life Support Training (BLS) course is available nationwide, and is ran as on on-site course for up to 12 delegates at a clients venue on a date of your choice. The training rooms needs to be large enough to accommodate all your delegates with adequate room to practice CPR. This is a short course in Basic Life Support and is ideal for those looking to gain basic first aid knowledge and skills. The aim of the course is to enable all students to deal with an unresponsive casualty who is breathing normally, and how to deal with an unresponsive casualty who is not breathing normally. Who should attend? Suitable for all clinical staff and clinical students working in: NHS hospitals (large hospitals and community hospitals) Private hospitals Clinics Nursing homes Universities with clinical students Social care – care staff *A maximum of 12 students can be accommodated on this course. DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION SUMMARY Suitable for all sectors we work with Available to clients nationwide Led by experienced trainers KEY BENEFITS + For the duration of this course delegates will learn the following: Dealing with a casualty who is unconscious and not breathing normally (Primary Assessment) Top to toe survey (Secondary Assessment) Recovery/safe airway position Dealing with a casualty who’s unconscious and breathing normally CPR AED – defibrillation awareness/demonstration Choking mild and severe CERTIFICATION + Although there is no formal assessment, the trainer will assess each individual ongoing throughout the course and issue a certificate of attendance. GET IN TOUCH

MEET THE TEAM sallyann wiseman sallyann wiseman sallyann wiseman sallyann wiseman MOVING & HANDLING PRACTITIONER Read More about Sally here... sallyann.wiseman@work-safe.co.uk 01284 748288 niamh mcardle niamh mcardle niamh mcardle niamh mcardle TRAINING ADMINISTRATOR Read More about Niamh here... niamh.mcardle@work-safe.co.uk 01284 748288 Hayley Leveridge Hayley Leveridge Hayley Leveridge Hayley Leveridge ADMINISTRATOR Read More about Hayley here... hayley.leveridge@work-safe.co.uk 01284 748288

MOVING & HANDLING PEOPLE Universal People & Loads NON CLINICAL OPEN 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. Worksafe-Certified One-Day Moving & Handling Course This accredited one-day Worksafe course provides participants with the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to safely reduce, manage, and carry out moving and handling tasks involving both people and loads in the workplace. Course Aim To enhance safe moving and handling practices across workplace, community, and home environments by delivering realistic, evidence-based training grounded in Worksafe’s established principles. Course Overview Delivered in a clear, practical, and evidence-based format, this course focuses on Worksafe’s RULES framework and includes: Understanding individual responsibilities and musculoskeletal safety strategies Dynamic TILE assessment methodology and decision-making Everyday handling techniques for both people and loads Problem-solving more complex moving and handling scenarios Practical use of a wide range of equipment, including slide sheets, hoists and slings, and transfer systems Who Should Attend? This course is ideal for: Anyone responsible for the moving and handling of people Individuals offering guidance or support to carers across healthcare environments Staff working in homes, community settings, and care support facilities 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 one hour update session you will have completed the Universal Moving and Handling People and Loads Refresher Open Course. 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

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 & FIRST AID 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 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 IOSH Moving & Handling People & Equipment Train The Trainer AWARD Duration: 4 Days FIND OUT MORE Manual Handling Inanimate Loads Duration: 3 Hours FIND OUT MORE Universal Moving & Handling People & Loads Non Clinical REFRESHER COURSE Duration: 1 Day FIND OUT MORE Moving & Handling People Clinical Inductions NEW STARTER COURSE Duration: Bespoke FIND OUT MORE Basic Life Support Training Basic First Aid Duration: 3 Hours FIND OUT MORE

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

PRIVATE HEALTHCARE Job Specific Training Worksafe’s moving and handling training is suitable for the Private Healthcare sector it is evidence-based with a focus on risk assessment and equipment use. Our training will help ensure you comply with your legal obligations. Prior to any training session we will visit you to ensure we have an expert understanding of the jobs your staff do, along with the specific moving and handling issues in their workplace. Using job-specific scenarios, we listen to delegates’ moving and handling problems, and make the training relevant to their job roles. The training itself is delivered by experienced and well-qualified staff, who understand our delegates’ jobs. They listen to your employees’ moving and handling issues, and give practical, cost-effective solutions to ensure patients are safe and injury is prevented. Following the moving and handling training we give written personalised advice on recommended action you can take to reduce moving and handling risk. Our hassle-free administrative systems ensure relevant training documentation is recorded and returned to you fast. You can count on our professional and friendly booking service for peace of mind. We will also ensure you get an annual reminder of training updates. 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

CARE HOME Job Specific Training Using job-specific scenarios, we listen to delegates manual handling problems and make training relevant to their job roles. Prior to any training session we will visit you to ensure we have an expert understanding of the jobs your staff do, along with the specific manual handling issues in their workplace. The training is delivered by experienced, well-qualified staff who understand delegates’ jobs. They listen to your employees’ moving and handling issues and give practical cost-effective solutions to ensure residents are safe and injury is prevented. Following the moving and handling training we give personalised written advice on recommended action you can take to reduce manual handling risk. Our hassle-free administrative systems ensure relevant training documentation is recorded and returned to you fast. You can count on our professional and friendly booking service for peace of mind. Our flexible and reliable service will also ensure you get an annual reminder of training updates. WHO WE TRAIN We have experience of training: Nurses Mental Health Nurses Carers Care Support Staff Matrons Home Managers Community Health Care Support Services Care Agency Workers HAVE A QUESTION? CALL OUR TEAM: 01284 748288 Our office hours are: Monday – Friday: 8.30am – 5.00pm

MANUAL HANDLING SERVICES Specialist Services & Consultancy Our team have specific skills in moving and handling, whether you require advice on equipment, how to move a patient with complex needs or specialist advice on training requirements, we are always happy to support and help! MOVING & HANDLING EQUIPTMENT SELECTION With our experience in moving and handling, we understand what equipment is best in different situations. Our team can work with you to ensure the right equipment is selected for your work environment. PLUS SIZE/BARIATRIC MANUAL HANDLING We can offer advice and support when the need to deal with plus size/bariatric patients arises. We are able to ensure that your staff are aware of the additional equipment and resources that are available. MANUAL HANDLING CONSULTANCY We provide a comprehensive manual handling consultancy service, and can provide you and your team with job-specific solutions for the management and prevention of musculoskeletal injuries in your workplace. TRAINING NEEDS ANALYSIS Our team have specific skills in moving and handling, whether you require advice on equipment, how to move a patient with complex needs or specialist advice on training requirements, we are always happy to help.

CAREERS We’re Hiring Contract Trainers required throughout the UK Suffolk, Norfolk & Cambridgeshire Brighton & Sussex West London North London Oxford Worcester Birmingham Nottingham IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO JOIN OUR TEAM PLASE EMAIL US YOUR CV TO: enquiries@work-safe.co.uk locations locations locations locations come join our team! come join our team! come join our team! come join our team! IF YOU’RE INTERESTED IN A CAREER IN TRAINING AND CONSULTANCY, AND LOOKING FOR A CHANCE TO WORK ALONGSIDE HIGHLY QUALIFIED TRAINERS WITH DIVERSE EXPERIENCE, WORKSAFE COULD WELL HAVE THE RIGHT OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU. WHAT WE OFFER… Excellent rates of pay Diverse client base Working with highly qualified, exceptional trainers Caring team Responsive admin team with easy to use admin process Relaxed, interactive training style Mentoring and training offered with regular training updates Exceptional Self-employed Moving & Handling Trainers providing: Moving and Handling of People and Equipment Basic Life Support Work Safe are looking for an independent, positive and upbeat professional individuals who are passionate about training to work on a self-employed/contract basis. required required required required Find Out More Flexible to suit your lifestyle Manage your own workload, choose when and where to work Fantastic team with kind and caring colleagues Enjoy going to work, see the impact of your training, and know that you are making a positive difference In house CPD training days Work alongside our very supportive and knowledgeable senior management team the perks the perks the perks the perks Find Out More

MOVING & HANDLING PEOPLE Clinical Update REFRESHER COURSE 3 hours This Clinical Update course is available nationwide and can be delivered on the client’s site. This programme is for nurses, healthcare assistants, therapists and people handling staff who work in a hospital setting, a nursing/residential home or a school where people handling is undertaken frequently. The aim of this clinical update programme is to review the causes and prevention of musculoskeletal problems and manual handling injuries, to review principles of correct body mechanics and handling techniques for inanimate loads and people, risk assessments and daily handling practices. DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION SUMMARY 3 hour training update course Suitable for all sectors we work with Available to clients nationwide Led by experienced trainers Certificate of attendance issued KEY BENEFITS + On completion of the programme staff will have been able to: Review and understand causes, prevention measures and responsibilities. List four rules of body mechanics and demonstrate the power position. Demonstrate body mechanics and principles of handling. Be able to apply evidence based principles to job specific handling tasks. Be able to assess people’s manual handling requirements, and plan and implement safe transfer methods. Be able to demonstrate some of the practical skills relevant to their work areas. CERTIFICATION + On successful completion of the course the delegates will be issued with a certificate of attendance. GET IN TOUCH

IOSH MOVING & HANDLING PEOPLE & EQUIPMENT Train The Trainer AWARD COURSE 4 Days This Train the Trainer 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 four day IOSH Moving and Handling of People & Equipment Certified Award is designed to inform and train key personnel to become competent and effective manual handling trainers within their organisation. The course creates a clear understanding of the need to risk assess, use equipment and offers a range of moving and handling techniques for delegates to solve day to day and complex handling tasks. All courses can be delivered on the client’s site or trainers can register to join one of our scheduled open courses. On successful completion, delegates will be able to problem-solve various handling tasks and provide realistic solutions. Delegates will also be able to demonstrate to smaller groups the correct moving and handling principles, as well as demonstrate how to use generic equipment. DURATION DURATION DURATION DURATION LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION SUMMARY 4 day training course Suitable for all sectors we work with Available to clients nationwide Led by experienced trainers IOSH approved certificate on completion KEY BENEFITS + Course content is done in modular format, and includes: Understanding the moving and handling risk assessment process. Principles of handling, equipment use, legislation, guidelines, techniques and training ideas Techniques for moving and handling people and loads and teaching these techniques Problem solving moving and handling tasks using the TILE risk assessment and a variety of moving and handling equipment to find realistic solutions The course is to inform and train clinical staff who work in hospitals, the community, nursing and care homes and paramedics/EFR’s working for the emergency services. If you do not have a clinical background please contact us to discuss if this course will be suitable for you to attend. CERTIFICATION + Support, assessment and feedback is given at regular intervals during the course. Delegates will need to be able to perform all moving and handling tasks safely for the practical assessment scenarios. On successful completion of the course you will receive an IOSH Accredited & Certificated Award. BOOKING FORM Click the button below to download a copy of our booking form. DOWNLOAD BOOKING FORM HAVE A QUESTION? CALL OUR TEAM: 01284 748288 Our office hours are: Monday – Friday: 8.30am – 5pm SPEAK TO ON OF OUR EXPERTS SPEAK TO ON OF OUR EXPERTS SPEAK TO ON OF OUR EXPERTS SPEAK TO ON OF OUR EXPERTS