Transferring and positioning

Any supportive care worker may assist a client with transfers as provided by written assignments if the client has sufficient balance and strength to stand and pivot and assist with the transfer. Any supportive care worker may assist a family member with transferring the client. A supportive care worker shall not perform assistance with a transfer if the client is unable to assist with the transfer.
Adaptive and safety equipment may be used in a transfer if the client and the supportive care worker are fully trained in the use of the equipment and the client, client's family member, or guardian can direct the transfer step-by-step. Adaptive and safety equipment may include wheelchairs, tub seats, and grab bars. A gait belt may be used in a transfer as a safety device for the supportive care worker if the supportive care worker has been properly trained in the use of a gait belt.
Any supportive care worker with training and demonstrated competency may assist a client in a transfer involving a lift device.