Moving & Handling and Food Hygiene: The Basics Course

This course is designed to give you a foundational understanding of essential principles and best practices in these two crucial areas of support work.  We'll cover key concepts in a clear and straightforward way, providing you with the knowledge to ensure both your own safety and the well-being of those you support. This will give you a solid starting point and is a great first step in building your skills and confidence. While this course provides valuable information, it's important to remember that it's an introduction.  Further training and practical experience are crucial for developing full competency in these areas.

This course will cover:

• Introduction to Moving and Handling
• Legislation and Potential Injuries
• Safe Moving and Handling Techniques and Risk Assessment
• Introduction to Food Safety and Hygiene
• Food Hazards and Contamination
• The 4 C's and Good Hygiene

Upon completion of this course, you will:

• Understand safe moving and handling principles.
• Identify food safety hazards and prevent contamination.
• Apply proper hygiene and safe food handling practices.
• Recognize moving and handling risks and relevant legislation.

This course is for Care Support Workers and the wider team members in Health and Social Care.