Move and Position Individuals in Accordance with their Plan of Care

Unit ID:
CCY267
Unit Code:
PT12CY052
Level:
Two
Credit Value:
4
Sector:
1.3
LDCS:
PT1
GLH:
26
Last registration date:
30/06/2020
Lower age restriction:
16
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Purpose and Aim

This unit is aimed at those working in a wide range of settings. It provides the learner with the knowledge and skills required to move and position individuals as part of their plan of care according to their specific needs.

Learning Outcomes

The learner will

Assessment Criteria

The learner can
1. Understand anatomy and physiology in relation to moving and positioning individuals.
1.1Outline the anatomy and physiology of the human body in relation to the importance of correct moving and positioning of individuals.
1.2Describe the impact of specific conditions on the correct movement and positioning of an individual.
2. Understand current legislation and agreed ways of working when moving and positioning individuals.
2.1Describe how current legislation and agreed ways of working affect working practices related to moving and positioning individuals.
2.2Describe what health and safety factors need to be taken into account when moving and positioning individuals and any equipment used to do this.
3. Be able to minimise risk before moving and positioning individuals.
3.1Access up-to-date copies of risk assessment documentation
3.2Carry out preparatory checks using:
 •  the individual’s care plan
 • the moving and handling risk assessment.
3.3Identify any immediate risks to the individual.
3.4Describe actions to take in relation to identified risks.
3.5Describe what action should be taken if the individual’s wishes conflict with their plan of care in relation to health and safety and their risk assessment.
3.6Prepare the immediate environment ensuring:
 • adequate space for the move in
 • agreement with all concerned that potential hazards are removed.
3.7Apply standard precautions for infection prevention and control.
4. Be able to prepare individuals before moving and positioning.
4.1Demonstrate effective communication with the individual to ensure that they:
 • understand the details and reasons for the action/activity being undertaken
 • agree the level of support required.
4.2Obtain valid consent for the planned activity.
5. Be able to move and position an individual.
5.1Follow the care plan to ensure that the individual is positioned:
 • using the agreed technique
 • in a way that will avoid causing undue pain or discomfort.
5.2Demonstrate effective communication with any others involved in the manoeuvre.
5.3Describe the aids and equipment that may be used for moving and positioning.
5.4Use equipment to maintain the individual in the appropriate position.
5.5Encourage the individual’s active participation in the manoeuvre.
5.6Monitor the individual throughout the activity so that the procedure can be stopped if there is any adverse reaction.
5.7Demonstrate how to report and record the activity noting when the next positioning manoeuvre is due.
6. Know when to seek advice from and/or involve others when moving and positioning an individual.
6.1Describe when advice and/or assistance should be sought to move or handle an individual safely.
6.2Describe what sources of information are available about moving and positioning individuals.

Assessment Methods:

There are no prescribed assessment methods for this unit. Assessments used should be fit for purpose for the unit and learners, and generate evidence of achievement for all the assessment criteria.

Assessment Information:

There is no specific assessment information to be used with this unit.

If not specifically stated in the assessment information, a plural statement in any assessment criterion means a minimum of two.

Other Mappings:

Mapping to National Occupational Standards (NOS) and the Knowledge and Skills Framework(KSF) for the NHS.

NOS ref: CHS6

Assessor Requirements:

This unit must be assessed in accordance with Skills for Care and Development's QCF Assessment Principles.
Learning outcomes 3, 4 and 5 must be assessed in a real work environment.

Additional Information:
Agreed ways of working will include policies and procedures and guidelines where these exist.

Valid consent must be in line with agreed UK country definition.

Active participation is a way of working that recognises an individual’s right to participate in the activities and relationships of everyday life as independently as possible; the individual is regarded as an active partner in their own care or support, rather than a passive recipient.