Ergo Expo 2017

Safe Patient Handling and Mobility: Successful Implementation Techniques (Room Versailles 3-4)

24 Aug 17
4:15 PM - 5:15 PM

Tracks: Healthcare Ergonomics, Aging & Wellness, Healthcare Ergonomics, Aging and Wellness

Speaker(s): Amber Perez, Clinical Services Director, Handicare North America

Safe patient handling and mobility (SPHM) is the best practice approach to applying ergonomic principles and solutions to the tasks of patient care. Successful program implementation results in drastic reduction of musculoskeletal injuries, the primary risk to caregivers. Ms. Perez will provide data-driven results and practical tools for implementing and supporting a successful SPHM program that will help caregivers choose ergonomic solutions in their everyday work tasks.