Discussing the Procedure

(Manual Tasks – Assisting Students with Physical Impairments) with Parents

The following information can be used by Education Queensland schools to develop information for parents and carers about Manual Tasks – Assisting Students with Physical Impairments

Information for Parents and Carers

The Department of Education is committed to providing healthy, safe and supportive learning and working environments for all students and staff at departmental schools.

Manual tasks activities associated with assisting students with physical impairments are unique. Transferring or supporting students is very different from other manual handling including the need to respect the safety and dignity of the student being moved. These tasks place extra physical demands upon the person assisting the student and increases their risk of being injured.

(Insert school name) has developed processes that focus on the safety of your child and the people assisting him/her. Our school processes have been developed using the departmental procedure.

In some instances this will mean that a hoist or other equipment is used to transfer or move your child. The use of a powered handling device such as a hoist is often the preferred option as this equipment reduces the physical strain placed on the staff member and makes the transfer safer for your child. Our staff will work with your child to familiarise them with the use of equipment and ensure that they are comfortable with the process.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any queries about this policy.

(insert principal’s name)

Principal

(insert school name)