Safe manual handling in the home is an important part of daily life for the caregiver. We need to use the right equipment and techniques to provide safe and high-quality care. Show Slide sheets are low friction devices when used correctly can minimise the risk of injury to the caregiver and the person you are moving. In this blog, we will consider how to position slide sheets under a person in order to assist in moving them up the bed, across the bed, and rolling onto their side. We will also address how to remove the slide sheets from underneath someone. Before you start:
The Log Rolling Method
The rolling method is commonly used to position the slide sheets under a person. You will need x2 slide sheets and x2 caregivers.
The Unravelling MethodSometimes it can be difficult to roll a person due to their size, or because they may be in pain. If this is the case, the slide sheets can be positioned under them using the unravelling method.
Moving a person up the bed
Side PositioningSlide sheets can be used to position a person for side-lying
Lateral transfers
Slide sheets can also be used for lateral transfers. In a less common situation you may need to move someone from a bed to a shower trolley.
Removing Slide SheetsSlide sheets should never be left under a person.
Remember these tips for safer manual handling when using slide sheets. For more information you can view full instruction video here. |