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People Moving & Handling

10 articles

Seating Bariatric Patients has risks for both the patient and the carer. Find out ways to mitigate risks and common mistakes.

23 Oct 2024

Bariatric Moving and Handling in a hospital setting poses a major risk to the patient and the staff. Find out how to help your employees.

11 Apr 2024

Bariatric Handling has many legal and ethical considerations that should be explored thoroughly by healthcare professionals

17 Jan 2024

Bariatric Moving and Handling Training is becoming increasingly important with growing cases of obesity worldwide.

19 Dec 2023

Your feet are one of the most overworked, underappreciated, and undervalued body parts, and they deserve your attention!

16 May 2023

According to the World Health Organisation, repetitive strain injuries are the leading cause of work-related disabilities worldwide.

22 Mar 2023

2021/2022 statistics on work-related health and safety in Great Britain published by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).

6 Dec 2022

Health and social care employees may be involved in moving and handling activities, which if not done safely, can cause serious injury.

19 Oct 2015

As obesity increases in the UK, bariatric patients have become more common. It's essential that their Moving & Handling requirements are met.

25 Jan 2014

A bariatric suit, often referred to as a fat suit, provides the wearer with an insight in to the restrictions of movement of an obese person.

24 Jan 2014