Moving and positioning

Which law makes it a requirement that all lifting equipment is serviced?

• Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER)

• The Health and Safety at Work Act (HASAWA)

• PPE regulations at Work

• Reporting of Incidents, Diseases and Dangerous occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR)

Rosie has been asked by her manager to use a piece of equipment that she has never seen or used before. What should Rosie do?

• Inform her manager that she is unable to use the equipment and request training.

• Read the instruction booklet

• Use it anyway - her manager requested it.

• Watch a video on youtube

Gerald is a support worker and is preparing to hoist a service user. What should Gerald do before moving and positioning the individual? Select all that apply.

• Check the care plan

• Check the environment

• Check the equipment

• Gain consent

What can poor moving and handling practice lead to?

• Back pain

• Discomfort and lack of dignity for the client

• Injury to staff and clients

• A safe workplace

Which of the below are joints in the human body?

• Ball and socket joint

• Wobbly joint

• Pivot joint

• Funny joint

What is the purpose of a ligament?

• Connects bones to joints

• Connects muscles to bones

• To act as a cushion

• All of the above

Mary needs to be hoisted by 2 members of staff from her bed to her chair. Mary refuses to give her consent and asks staff to move her without equipment. What should they do? Select all that apply.

• Move Mary without any equipment

• Move Mary in the hoist without her consent

• Explain to Mary the reasons they cannot do this and try to find out why Mary doesn't want to use the hoist.

• Record Mary's request and seek advice from a manager.

Which of the below are examples of potential hazards when moving and positioning? Select all that apply.

• Poor lighting

• Clutter in the room

• Items on the floor that you could trip over

• Slippery floors

Why is communication important when moving and positioning individuals? Select all that apply.

• It ensure that everyone works together as a team

• It reduces the likelihood of accidents as moves are carried out safely

• The individual feels confident in your abilities and those of others you are working with.

• It distracts everyone from the activity and reduces concentration.

Why is it important to encourage individuals to actively participate in moving and positioning manoeuvres?

• It enables individuals to maintain their independence

• It enables the individual to stay in control

• It promotes the individual's self-esteem

• It reduces the individual's independence