Healthcare Sector

2011

Guidance on the Management of Manual Handling in Healthcare

This guide provides practical information on managing the risk of injury from manual handling activities in the healthcare sector.

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2011

Guidance on Lone Working in the Healthcare Sector

Lone working has its own unique set of risks which need to be considered by both employers and employees as part of a risk management exercise. This guidance document provides advice on how to ensure a safe and healthy working environment for lone workers in the healthcare sector.

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2011

Patient Hoist

This information sheet provides guidance for employers and employees in healthcare establishments on safety with mobile hoists and slings.

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2010

Health and Safety Management in Healthcare

This information sheet gives guidance on the key elements of health and safety management in healthcare. It is intended for small employers in the healthcare sector, e.g. small residential care providers and small healthcare practices.

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