HLTWHS005 Conduct manual tasks safely (For Care Environment)

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HLTWHS005 Conduct manual tasks safely (For Care Environment)

Nationally Recognised Training for Carers, Nurses & Aged Care Workers

At First Aid Certified, our Manual Handling course in Perth is designed for individuals working in the healthcare and aged care sectors who are required to complete accredited training in the safe conduct of manual tasks. This course meets national standards and delivers the hands-on skills and knowledge essential for workplace safety in real-life environments.

Whether you’re a nurse, personal care worker, support worker, or aged care professional, this course is your gateway to mastering manual handling with confidence and compliance.

Course Overview: What You’ll Learn

Through our Manual Handling (For Care Environment) course, participants will gain the practical skills to:

  • Identify manual tasks involving risk
  • Assess hazards and apply risk control measures
  • Follow WHS regulations and duty of care procedures
  • Use correct postures and techniques to prevent injury
  • Prepare for and complete at least three different manual tasks relevant to the work role
  • Contribute to safe workplace consultation processes

Perth-based training facility

Realistic, Hands-On Training

All training is delivered at First Aid Certified’s fully equipped Perth-based training facility, where participants will work with real equipment used in hospitals, aged care facilities, and home care settings.

You’ll gain hands-on experience using:

Slide sheets

Standing hoists

Full-body hoists

Hospital beds

Transfer belts

Wheelchairs

Log rolls

What You’ll Cover: Course Content

Theory Components

  • Introduction to manual handling
  • WHS legislation and compliance
  • Preventing injuries in the workplace
  • Duty of care and employer/employee responsibilities
  • Risk factors and hazard identification
  • Anatomy and physiology of the spine
  • Control measures to reduce manual task risk
1 June 2023

Practical Components

  • Pre-start warm-up exercises
  • Use of slide sheets and manual handling aids
  • Patient transfers using standing and full hoists
  • Risk assessments and safe work method statements
  • Real-world manual handling scenarios contextualised for aged care and nursing
1 June 2023
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Who Is This Course For?

This course is tailored for you If you’re looking for manual handling training in Perth that’s practical, relevant, and recognised nationwide, this is the course for you.

Aged Care Workers
Nurses and Allied Health Assistants
Disability Support Workers
Home Care Workers
Students entering the health or community services sectors
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Take your safety training to the next level. Whether you’re fulfilling job requirements, refreshing your skills, or starting a new career in care, our Manual Handling Course in Perth delivers the knowledge and confidence you need.