About this course

  • The course can be completed in 2 hours, depending on your first aid experience

  • Use the same same address you use for your edyn care account so we can track your progress and update your profile

  • Once you've signed up, we recommend you complete the course on the same day. Your progress will be automatically saved as you go - take a break if you want to.

  • Why is it important?

    To help prepare you for emergency first aid situations you may come across as a edyn carer.

  • What's covered?

    You’ll learn to spot the signs and symptoms, and relevant treatments, for a variety of injuries and illnesses.

  • When do I need to do it?

    You'll need to complete this training when you are hired for a package. You are required to complete this training before you start your new role.

Course curriculum

    1. What we’ll cover

    2. How this course works

    3. Legislation

    4. Legislation continued

    1. Why is moving and handling important

    2. Understanding the risk factors

    3. TILEE model for risk assessment

    1. Safe moving and handling of objects

    2. Safe moving and handling of people

    3. Video: Moving and handling people

    1. Electric profiling beds

    2. How to use an electric profiling beds

    3. What is a hoist

    4. What is a sling

    5. How to use a hoists and slings

    6. Safety considerations for hoists and slings

    7. Common injuries and preventative measures

    8. What is a slide sheet

    9. How to use a slide sheet

    10. How to use a slide sheet continued

    11. Video: How to use a slide sheet

    1. What to do if a personal falls

    2. Handling unexpected situations

    1. Reporting skin care

    2. What causes pressure sores

    3. Pressure sore grading

    4. Sore prevention

    5. What to do if you identify a pressure sore

    6. Completing a body map

About this course

  • Free
  • 33 lessons
  • 0 hours of video content

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