Risk & Safety

Moving & Handling Assessment

A moving and handling risk assessment template compliant with the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 (as amended) and the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER). Every resident who requires assistance with moving must have an individual assessment.

Care Handbook

Fully Weight-BearingPartial Weight-BearingNon Weight-BearingVariable — Depends on Day/Time

Fully AbleAble with PromptingLimited — Requires Simple CuesUnable — Needs Full Direction

No PainMildModerateSevere

IndependentStandby AssistOne-Person Standing TransferTwo-Person Standing TransferStanding HoistMobile HoistCeiling HoistNot Required

IndependentStandby AssistOne-Person AssistTwo-Person AssistHoist TransferUses Commode at ChairNot Required

IndependentUses Bed Rails OnlySlide Sheet — One PersonSlide Sheet — Two PeopleHoist with Turning SheetElectric Profiling BedNot Required

YesBest Interest DecisionUnder Review