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Hoist and Sling Assessment and Problem Solving

A comprehensive one day course covering many of the ‘frequently asked questions’ including: choice, compatability and postural assessment, a documented sling assessment process and design of hoist system layouts.

Trainer: Richard Handley

Dates: 13th November 2008, 14th May 2009, 12th November 2009

Duration: One day

Price per person: 2008: £65 + VAT; 2009: £70 + VAT

 

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Useful information

Moving & Handling People

Moving & Handling People - a CPD-accredited event in 3 parts - conference, workshops and exhibition

Pdf document 'Choosing a mobile hoist' factsheet

Pdf document 'Choosing an overhead hoist' factsheet

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  • "Good pace of teaching. Managed to make aspects which could have potentially been quite dry, interesting." - Occupational Therapist, Hoist and Sling Assessment and Problem Solving, November 2006

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