Unit 232
Unit 4222-232 - Move and position individuals in accordance with their plan of care (HSC 2028)
Outcome 1 – Understand anatomy and physiology in relation to moving and positioning individuals
1.2. Describe the impact of specific conditions on the correct movement and positioning of an individual
When moving an individual you must take into account if they have any conditions that acquire special moving techniques. Here are a few examples;
Individuals with Parkinson’s may have limb rigidity which can affect their ability of movement and cause limitations. When moving the individual into different positions you must make sure to force the rigid limbs as this can cause further pain and discomfort.
Individuals that have had a stroke often have long-term and devastating weakness down one side of their body. When moving that individual you must be aware of the extent of the stroke and on which side of the body has been effected.
Outcome 2 – Understand legislation and agreed ways of working when moving and positioning individuals
2.1. Describe how legislation and agreed ways of working affect working practices related to moving and positioning individuals
Every time care workers move or support an individual they are performing manual handling on that individual. According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) 50% of all reported accidents are from the Health and Social sector and in particular with moving and handling. To reduce the amount of accidents and injury, there is legislation in place to protect everybody. Here are a few examples of legislations; L.O.L.E.R, Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992, Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. These legislations are in place to make sure it is a legal requirement for employers to make sure the health, safety and welfare of their employees is maintained and for employees to have a duty of care for themselves and others.
2.2. Describe what health and safety factors need to be taken into
Outcome 1 – Understand anatomy and physiology in relation to moving and positioning individuals
1.2. Describe the impact of specific conditions on the correct movement and positioning of an individual
When moving an individual you must take into account if they have any conditions that acquire special moving techniques. Here are a few examples;
Individuals with Parkinson’s may have limb rigidity which can affect their ability of movement and cause limitations. When moving the individual into different positions you must make sure to force the rigid limbs as this can cause further pain and discomfort.
Individuals that have had a stroke often have long-term and devastating weakness down one side of their body. When moving that individual you must be aware of the extent of the stroke and on which side of the body has been effected.
Outcome 2 – Understand legislation and agreed ways of working when moving and positioning individuals
2.1. Describe how legislation and agreed ways of working affect working practices related to moving and positioning individuals
Every time care workers move or support an individual they are performing manual handling on that individual. According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) 50% of all reported accidents are from the Health and Social sector and in particular with moving and handling. To reduce the amount of accidents and injury, there is legislation in place to protect everybody. Here are a few examples of legislations; L.O.L.E.R, Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992, Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. These legislations are in place to make sure it is a legal requirement for employers to make sure the health, safety and welfare of their employees is maintained and for employees to have a duty of care for themselves and others.
2.2. Describe what health and safety factors need to be taken into