Understand_Legislation_and_Agreed_Ways_of_Working_When_Moving_and_Positioning_Individuals

Understand legislation and agreed ways of working when moving and positioning individuals Describe how legislation and agreed ways of working affect working practices related to moving and positioning individuals Every time care workers move or support an individual they are performing manual handling on that individual. According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), 50% of all reported accidents are from the Health and Social sector and in particular with moving and handling. To reduce the amount of accidents and injury, there is legislation in place to protect everybody. Here are a few examples of legislations: Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER) - ensures that equipment used is safe and suitable and has had regular safety checks in line with legislation. Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 - we must take safety and load into consideration These legislations are in place to make sure it is a legal requirement for employers to make sure the health, safety and welfare of their employees is maintained and for employees to have a duty of care for themselves and others. Person centred planning (PCP) - client participation and people centred working practices as outlined in care standards Care plans - ensures uniformity for client Minimises risk Risk assessments - minimises any risks that may arise. Describe what health and safety factors need to be taken into account when moving and positioning individuals and any equipment used to do this | If you look after someone with an illness or a disability, you may need to help them move around. It's essential that you know about safe moving and handling so you don't hurt yourself or them. For example, you may find that you need to help an ill or disabled person to: get in or out of bed turn over in bed sit up in bed bathe shower use the toilet sit in a chair stand walk get up from the floor after a fall get in and out of a vehicle. Before attempting to move someone, ask yourself: Does the person need help to move' Does the person require help or supervision' Have you told the person you're moving them' How heavy is the person you're moving' Are you healthy and strong enough to move them' Is there anyone who could help you' How long will it take' Is there enough space around you' Are there any obstacles in the way' Are you wearing suitable clothing and shoes'  If you have assessed the situation and have decided to move the person, follow the advice below: Never lift above shoulder height. Make sure your feet are stable. Take a firm hold. Keep any weight close to your body. Keep your back straight and bend your knees. Lift as smoothly as possible.