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Assist with client movement

Assist with client movement

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTCSD305C
State Code
D5839
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
02/08/2011
Field of Education
061309 - Community Health
Original Release Date
02/08/2011
Nominal Hours
20
Description
DescriptorThis unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to support clients who require assistance with basic physical movement which may be due to incapacity
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to assist with client movement
  • 1.1 Confirm requirements for assisting with client movement with relevant personnel and care plan or organisation policy and procedures
  • 1.2 Select equipment according to client requirements
  • 1.3 Appropriately prepare environment
  • 1.4 Explain the procedure to client and answer questions as required and according to appropriate communication protocols
  • 1.5 Seek client consent and cooperation
  • 1.6 Carry out procedure according to safe working practices
2. Assist with client movement
  • 2.1 Carry out client movement using appropriate safe handling method and equipment as required
  • 2.2 Take appropriate action to ensure client comfort and safety throughout positioning or transfer
  • 2.3 Communicate with clients during movement according to appropriate protocols
3. Complete assistance with client movement
  • 3.1 Return equipment to appropriate place as required
  • 3.2 Clean equipment in accordance with organisation policy and procedures
  • 3.3 Report equipment faults immediately in accordance with organisation procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C9143 HLTCSD305B Assist with client movement Unit of competency
C4963 HLTCSD5A Assist with client/patient movement Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WD095 HLTCSD305D Assist with client movement Unit of competency