When not performed safely, the moving and handling of people and inanimate objects is a regular task that could cause serious injury to both service users and team members. Poor moving and handling practice can lead to:

• Back pain and musculoskeletal disorders.
• Accidents, which can injure both the service user being moved and the team member.
• Discomfort and a lack of dignity for the service user being moved.
• Potential financial implications to both team members and the company