Tips for Health Workers
Transfer Techniques
May 2008
Transfer Techniques to be Avoided
- Any full body lifts i.e. where healthcare workers are supporting the full weight of the patient e.g. Top and tail, cradle lift
- Hooking under the arm
- Front assisted pivot
Handling Tips
- Think and plan before lifting/handling
- Keep loads close to body
- Adopt a stable position
- Get a good hold
- Avoid bending the back
- Avoid twisting or leaning sideways
- Keep your head up when handling
- Move smoothly
- Put down load then adjust it's position
Archived Health Tips
Please note, we are aware that the current listing is incomplete, but we will endeavour that in future all upcoming health tips will feature in the archives once the month has expired.
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