Elissa Coates is a Person Handling Specialist committed to partnering with facilities to develop systemic structures that allow for safe and effective resident movement and transfers. Originally a physiotherapist, she combines her ergonomic, human movement and legislative background with a postgraduate study in Safety, Training and Management. Her vast exposure to complex cases, bariatric handling, facility planning, and the completion of specialist training both locally and internationally means she brings a fresh and holistic approach to how we move and handle people.