Proper Handling of a Wheelchair and Safe Manual Handling (Suitable for volunteers!)

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Description: Master safe techniques for handling a manual wheelchair and assisting with transfers for frail persons.

 

Learning Objectives:

  • Get to know the different types of wheelchairs
  • Learn how to perform safety checks before using a wheelchair
  • Learn how to handle a wheelchair when going downslope and over kerb
  • Learn basic transfer techniques for frail persons (not fully dependent)
  • Understand the principles of Safe Manual Handling

 

Details: 3hr workshop
Group size: 8-24 pax (depends on venue)
 Language: English OR Mandarin
Conducted by: Occupational Therapist

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