Moving & Handling People Conference & Exhibition
Tomorrow’s World - 22-23rd Feb 2022 – Windsor
Back for 2022 - Moving & Handling People is a 2-day intensive CPD accredited event, focussing on positive solutions for practitioners and clients. A combination of hands-on practical workshops, informative seminars featuring leading speakers and an exhibition from key suppliers in the field of Moving & Handling People, showcasing the latest products.
Attendees will:
- Be given opportunities to network with other like minded professionals from around the country and share best practice
- Be offered the opportunity to attend all sessions available throughout the event to avoid the disappointment of having to choose
- Learn new techniques from experienced speakers and facilitators not often seen at other exhibitions or conferences
- Participate actively in problem solving workshops using the latest equipment
- Have ample time to speak to the leading moving and handling exhibitors about new equipment whilst enjoying free refreshments
- Ask the difficult questions to the experts in our returning and original open forum
- Enjoy a sit down lunch each day, included in the conference price
- Enjoy the tranquil setting, designed specifically to enable learning
- Support a 50 year old charity that will continue to support professionals and the public with impartial information and advice around assistive technology
Open forum was good, interactive and I enjoyed looking into how to problem solve challenging issues
Feruza Marchant, OT
Interesting topics with well covered information
Lorraine M, Moving and Handling Advisor
Excellent training that is much better than 2 yearly courses company sends me on!
Sheila Dunbal, Elite Care Scotland
Really good paediatric session and the bariatric session was excellent. Nice not to have too many in each session
Sally Cassar, Moving and Handling Practitioner
Wonderful to hear human factors integrated within the seminars
Lesley Cutter, OT/Manual Handling Advisor
As always, great and experienced guest speakers
Faye Doncaster, Health and Safety Advisor
Really enjoyed all sessions. Very practically orientated which makes it really interesting. All speakers open to questions so really beneficial.
Aine O'Sullivan, OT
The opening address was very thought provoking and looked at the bigger picture of manual handling in context of current practical healthcare landscape
Joanna Greer, OT
The small groups promoted interaction/networking. Great to have such a wealth of knowledge and experience on tap and willing to share
Sue Hillan, OT
Delegates to Moving & Handling People will participate in two intensive days of CPD-accredited training based on our trusted formula: a combination of keynote talks, hands-on practical workshops, focused seminars and the conference favourite - the Open Forum. You will hear from the UK’s leading speakers, chosen for their in-depth knowledge of safe practice.
You will be able to trial equipment in the company of your peers; trouble-shoot problems; and ensure you are fully conversant with standards of professional competency, including your legal responsibilities under the Care Act.
Celebrating DLF’s 53rd anniversary and the Conference’s 29th year, Moving & Handling People has established itself as the most comprehensive, informative and best value learning event of its kind.
A fast-paced and intensive 2 days, with opportunities to participate in every feature including:
- Keynote Address
- Leading Seminars
- Hands-on practical workshops
- Open Forum
- New Products Workshop
- Equipment Exhibition
- Evening Sponsored Talks & Networking
Moving & Handling People Conference offers different great value options for attending:
- Two Day 22nd & 23rd February: £300 + VAT
- One Day 22nd or 23rd February: £165 + VAT
- Group Rate: Book three or more Two Day places to qualify for the discounted group rate and pay only £240 + VAT per person.
- Student* Two day 22nd & 23rd February: £45 + VAT
* Please be aware that you may be asked to provide evidence of your student status before your order has been confirmed. Student tickets are limited so book early to avoid disappointment.
DLF wants to ensure delegates feel safe moving about the conference. The event will run in accordance to the current government guidance and restrictions and we will work closely with the venue to reduce any risks. DLF will also:
- Request proof of covid vaccination or a negative test result on arrival to the venue
- Manage programme timetables to reduce the number of delegates in one area at a time
- Encourage one way systems
- Provide hand washing and sanitising facilities throughout the venue
If you have any concerns about Covid-19, please do not hesitate to contact us on professionals@dlf.org.uk
Anyone working, teaching or providing a service within the field of moving and handling people should attend this well-established and well-respected event, including:
- Occupational therapists
- Moving and handling clinical leads and consultants
- Clinical assessors and trainers
- Service managers
- Manual handling advisors
- Learning and development advisors
- Physiotherapists
- Business owners
- Lecturers
- Suppliers, manufacturers and product managers
Moving & Handling People 2022 at:
De Vere Beaumont Estate,
Burfield Road,
Old Windsor,
Windsor,
SL4 2JJ
The Conference Special Bed & Breakfast rate of £101 + VAT per night
Delegates and sponsors can book a room with the De Vere by emailing
By train:
Egham (EGH) station is just three miles from the venue, with connections to London Waterloo and Reading. Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR) station and Windsor and Eton Central (WNC) station are also nearby.
By road:
De Vere Beaumont Estate is easily accessible from the M3, M4, and M25. Use the following navigation coordinates (51.449394, -0.575441) and postcode (SL4 2JJ) to find the venue. Parking is free for all guests.
By air:
The nearest airport is Heathrow Airport, which is six miles away, or 15 minutes by car. De Vere Beaumont Estate can easily be accessed to and from Heathrow by bus, car, or taxi.
For all media and press enquiries regarding the Moving and Handling People exhibition and conference, please contact the DLF For Professionals Team:
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