Fortify Health Group is committed to encouraging both staff and students to continuously create, grow and learn. Our programs reflect this commitment, as well as the diverse backgrounds and cultures of our trainers assessors and students alike.
This program is tailored for personal care workers/nurses/support workers and others required to assist clients with movement.
In every workplace, workers are exposed to day-to-day activities which involve some kind of manual handling, some more hazardous than others. These tasks are a common cause of injury in the workplace, and as such, understanding how to undertake these tasks safely is imperative.
Without manual handling training, employees can make mistakes and even suffer serious injury. This is especially true if an employee is around hazardous substances or activities.
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Conducted by our clinical nurse educators, students will be required to complete the following:
Theory assessment – An online quiz consisting of multiple-choice question and short answer questions to be completed before attending the face-to-face workshop.
This training allows you to develop the skills, knowledge and confidence required to recognise potentially hazardous manual tasks and assess the sources of risks and risk factors. Then, prepare for and apply controls to complete these tasks using manual handling techniques which support safe work practice.
You will also learn about the function of the body in movement and performing manual tasks, the importance of posture and positioning of the body and how to recognise symptoms of an injury and report it.
The skills in this course are applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice such as the Hazardous manual tasks code of practice applies.
Use of equipment:
Students will be required to use hoists, slide sheets, electronic operated beds, manikins, wheelchairs, walkers, other walking aids and more.
Our team can help answer your questions or talk about your service needs. Simply call our friendly team on 07 3416 6660 or complete the form below, or one of our referral forms.
We support diversity in all its forms
Fortify Health Group would like to acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work. We pay our respects to Elders, past, present, and emerging.
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Hi, I’m Merike.
I am a passionate and dedicated occupational therapist who completed my studies at the University of the Free State, South Africa. My journey in this field began during my Community Service year at a local clinic, where I gained experience in paediatrics, physical rehabilitation, and mental health. I transitioned to private practice, where I further enhanced my skills in physical rehabilitation, mental health, vocational rehabilitation, and hand therapy.
After moving to Australia, I expanded my expertise by working as an NDIS provider, supporting both paediatric and adult clients. This experience allowed me to make a meaningful impact on individuals with diverse needs, empowering them to achieve their goals and improve their quality of life.
I believe every individual has the right to a meaningful and fulfilling life, regardless of their capacity or potential. With a strong sense of responsibility and an eagerness to continually learn, I strive to provide compassionate, dignified care that empowers individuals to overcome challenges and reach their full potential.
Occupational therapy is more than a profession to me; it is a way to help people discover their strengths, regain function, and find purpose. Witnessing clients master new skills, regain independence, and experience an improved quality of life is the most rewarding part of my work.
Known for being friendly, empathetic, and caring, I am deeply committed to fostering connections within the community and creating opportunities for individuals to thrive.
“It is the activities that we engage in on a day-to-day basis that make us who we are.” — Shoshanah Shear
