South Gloucestershire and Stroud College
Case Study Overview
Training Course Delivered
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Training Carried Out
Case Study Details
SGS College operates across six main campuses in Gloucestershire, Bristol, and South Gloucestershire. With over 4,000 full-time 16 - 18 learners, 2,000 apprentices, and 5,000 adult students, SGS has built strong links with employers to ensure its courses are relevant to future employment needs.
Fit4Work was delighted to deliver the IOSH Approved People Moving and Handling Train the Trainer course to SGS teaching staff. These participants were responsible for Health and Social Care Diplomas and also brought extensive professional experience as practising nurses.
To provide a realistic training environment, SGS replicated a hospital ward within the classroom. The space included:
Theory
The theoretical elements of the course set the foundation for safe and effective people handling practices. Topics were introduced with group discussion and reflection to ensure the content was fully understood and could be applied to teaching environments.
Key areas included:
What Was Covered
The practical application of theory was central to the course, with a strong focus on preparing staff to demonstrate correct techniques to their own learners.
Practical Handling Techniques
Participants practised and observed demonstrations covering:
Risk Assessments
Assessment
Fit4Work developed a tailored moving and handling competency assessment form to help SGS evaluate the skills of students before they entered clinical placements. This ensured learners were capable of safely performing expected roles in hospitals and care homes.
Course participants completed an end-of-course assessment, testing both theoretical knowledge and practical competence. Reflection and discussion were embedded throughout, ensuring that the course content was pitched at the right level and that objectives were fully met.
Assessment outcomes included:
Summary
The IOSH Approved People Moving and Handling Train the Trainer course at SGS College successfully combined theory, practice, and reflective discussion. Delivered in a realistic healthcare setting, it equipped experienced staff with the skills and resources needed to train future healthcare professionals effectively and safely.
