The duration of this module is ± 40 minutes.
This module focuses on body safety mechanics and the principles of safe work practices for clinical staff on proper lifting, transfer and repositioning techniques to protect and avoid injury to residents and staff in nursing homes long term. This module can be completed by clinical staff (registered nurses, personal care attendants). This topic is related to the mandatory training requirements for long-term care homes in Ontario.
Downloadable Resources
The Trainer’s Toolkit is a resource designed for LTC homes to provide guidance to their educators in the development of a practical session for safe lifts, transfers, and repositioning within the home. Participants will then have the opportunity to apply/practice what they have learned from the eCourse. The content within the trainer’s resource consists of general information and templates that can be applied to any health care setting.
This module was developed by the Ontario Centres for Learning, Research and Innovation in Long-Term Care at Bruyère in collaboration with Occupational Health and Safety Services at Bruyère Continuing Care. Funded by the Government of Ontario through the Ontario Centres for Learning, Research and Innovation in Long-Term Care. The views expressed in this video are the views of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect those of the Province of Ontario.
