1) How often are service checks done on equipment such as hoists & slings? a) Every 6 months b) Once a year c) They do not get checked d) Every month 2) What is a controversial technique? a) It describes the way we support a person when hoisting b) It describes a method that can only be used in a life threatening or emergency situation c) It is the name of a particular method we use to stand someone up d) It is a method we should never use 3) What is one of the things you should do before moving a person? a) Make sure you've had a break first b) Check their Care Plan & Risk Assessment c) Nothing, just get on with it quickly d) Ask someone else as it's nearly the end of your shift 4) What does the L stand for in ELITE? a) Legs b) Limitations c) Load d) Lifting 5) What is Dynamic Stable Base? a) A level floor to store equipment b) Feet, hip width apart, one slighlty in front of the other c) A dance move d) The name of a technique to fit a sling 6) What should we do if we're not sure how to use a piece of equipment? a) If it doesn't look too difficult, just carry on b) Just leave it until later c) Ask the person we support d) Ask a trained colleague for support 7) A person we support is on the floor & can't get up, name one of the things we should do? a) Ask another member a colleague to help you to lift them off the floor by holding under their arms b) Get a hoist and quickly get them up c) Check them for injury before doing anything else 8) Which piece of equipment is NOT serviced every 6 months under LOLER? a) Wheelchair b) Hoist c) Standaid d) Sling 9) Before moving a person 'away from safety' when hoisting, what should we stop and do first? a) Have a quick chat with your colleague b) Do the 'Tug Test' c) Leave them in the sling & get a drink because you're thirsty....it's been a long day d) Check your phone for any messages

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