Course description
According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), manual handling is a broad category of work-related injury. Handling injuries can include: injuries due to lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling loads; strains; sprains; trapped fingers and cuts from sharp objects.
Our Manual Handling course is the ideal way to train employees in the basics of manual handling. It is also perfect for employees working in low to medium risk environments. Manual handling tasks occur wherever people are at work and at home.
Any time we use our bodies to move an object, we are manual handling. This can be in your home, garden, garage, office, a factory, a warehouse, a shop or any other working environment. Manual handling means using your body to exert force to lift, lower, push, pull, carry, move, hold, restrain or set down a load.
The course also provides an understanding of common musculoskeletal problems and common injuries caused by incorrect carrying and lifting. Instruction is given on the correct handling techniques for lifting, carrying and setting down a load.
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Outcome / Qualification etc.
The learning outcomes will give you the understanding of:
- What is manual handling?
- The risks and consequences of manual handling
- Legal requirements and responsibilities
- Assessing manual handling tasks and managing risk
- Using mechanical aids
- Proper lifting technique
- Manual handling scenario
Training Course Content
- Manual Handling Hazards
- Levels of Exposure
- Analyzing lifting jobs
- Mechanical Assistance
- How Can We Reduce Manual Handling
- How Can We Reduce Manual Handling Injuries?
- Reduce The Need For Lifting Above The Shoulders
- Powered Lifting Equipment Training Requirement
- So, Who Is Exposed To Manual Handling Hazards?
Course delivery details
The course will take approximately 2 hours to complete and a certificate will be issued after the completion and passing of the final exam with a 70% pass required.
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