Mhaps

Providing clear communication in moving and handling. Manual Handling Action Planning Systems (mhaps) uses easily recognisable symbols to create a visual interpretation of the risk assessment or care plan for the moving and handling of a vulnerable person. The system does not rely on a high level of literacy or language skills to be understood and supports those for whom English is not their first language or staff who may have dyslexia. Mhaps is a complete management system for moving and handling and includes staff supervision to ensure best practice and continuity of care. It demonstrates a proactive approach to risk assessment and due diligence, providing a level of protection to the care providing organisation in the event of litigation. Benefits of the system: Reduce risk, raise standards and reduce costs Reduces risk of injury to staff and service users Improves continuity of care Person centred approach Critical information provided at the point of use Immediate and continuous access to critical safety information supports staff who may have language or literacy barriers Reinforces training Improved time management Reinforces training Can be used as a supervision tool Reduced training costs May reduce insurance costs Protects care providing organisation from litigation