How to Lift and Transfer Patients Safely

Course description

One of the biggest hazards healthcare workers face on the job is back injuries and related stress injuries caused by lifting and transferring patients. This module is designed for acute care staff and home health caregivers who lift or transfer patients as part of their job duties.

Course Duration: 25 min

Learning objectives:

At the completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
  • Identify patient-handling hazards
  • Select the appropriate method for a given lift
  • Use mechanical lifting and transferring equipment correctly
  • Recall best practices for transferring patients using wheelchairs or gurneys

Associated libraries

This course is included in the following libraries. Click on any library name to learn more.
All-Access: EH&S (English)
All-Access: Healthcare
Safety for Healthcare Workers