Moving and Assisting Bariatric
Face to Face Training
Course Title: Bariatric Moving and Assisting
Course length 6 hours
Maximum number to attend 12
This course is aimed at all staff working in the Health and Social Care sector who have the day-to-day responsibility of caring and supporting a bariatric resident.
At the end of the training session, there is a written and practical assessment to evidence the learning of the attendees.
Learning Outcome & Assessment Criteria
Introduction
What is meant by the term ‘bariatric care’?
Terminology
Understand what is meant by the term ‘bariatric’
Define what manual handling is
Legislation
Identify relevant legislation related to moving and assisting
Be aware of individual responsibilities in relation to legislation and guidance
Anatomy and Physiology
Discuss basic anatomy and physiology of the spine.
Moving and Assisting
Describe the importance of a clear and comprehensive bariatric moving and assisting policy and strategy
Describe what balanced decision making is and how it is applied in the context of moving and assisting.
Demonstrate the principles of carrying out a risk assessment for bariatric moving and assisting.
Equipment
Identify the range of bariatric equipment available
Discuss the importance of having the appropriate equipment in place for safe bariatric handling techniques.
Practical session
Practical session including the use of a bariatric simulation suit.