Summary. Joerns Healthcare offers Level 3 Moving and Handling training for carers, enhancing their skills in patient handling and rehabilitation. The course, tailored for those aiding individuals with restricted mobility, covers safe equipment usage and practical moving techniques. By completing this training, carers and facilities improve safety and compliance, ensuring effective patient handling. Joerns […]
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The Oxford Sling Selector Tool
Summary. Discover Joerns Healthcare’s comprehensive Oxford Sling Selector Tool, designed to make choosing the perfect sling effortless. Whether you’re new or experienced in patient care, this tool ensures a safe, tailored selection. Dive into a smarter way to decide with the Oxford Sling Selector! Oxford Slings Joerns Healthcare offers an extensive range of patient moving […]
LOLER: A Guide To Hoist Servicing & Maintenance
Patient handling solutions are used to decrease the risk of injury to both the patient and the caregiver. However, with this assistive equipment and the procedures for using it, there remains an element of risk. During moving and handling tasks, patient and carer safety is critical. Using faulty, unsafe or unsuitable equipment can lead to […]
Moving & Handling Training | The Importance of Moving & Handling Training
Qualified moving and handling training is extremely important for those who work in a caring environment. Or, anywhere where such activity is a necessary part of the working day. When performed correctly, it helps create a safer environment for patients, residents, and caregivers alike. If not performed correctly, it has the potential to cause serious […]