About the Course

The CPR and Manual Tasks Refresher course is intended for participants who have previously completed comprehensive CPR and manual handling training.

It is recommended that CPR and additional all staff directly involved in moving and handling clients manual handling skills are updated annually.

Staff and carers directly involved in moving people include

• nurses

• physiotherapists

• occupational therapists

• Administrative staff

• medical staff

• ambulance staff

• health workers 

• support workers

Focus

This CPR and Manual Task course refreshes the skills and knowledge required for a healthcare worker to refresh their CPR skills and to participate in safe work practices when involved in caring directly for clients within health, nursing, aged care and home care environments. There is also a focus on maintaining safety of the worker, the client's wellbeing and the community.

Manual Task Topics