Manual Handling Course

Course objective

To provide delegates with a thorough understanding of how to minimise the risk of injury to themselves and others by increasing awareness of potential manual handling hazards in the workplace and their outcomes.

Course content

• Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
• Manual Handling Regulations
• Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations
• Accident statistics
• The functions of the spine and muscular system
• Typical injuries caused
• Hazard identification and assessment of:
- The task
- The load
- The working environment
- Individual capabilities
- Correct handling techniques
• Practical exercises and tuition

Key learning objectives

By the end of the course delegates will be able to:
• Summarise the legislation and manual handling regulations that relate to lifting in the workplace
• Appreciate the financial impact on the industry caused by injuries from poor manual handling
• Identify and assess potential hazards and choose appropriate methods of risk control, which includes the selection of any lifting equipment that may be required
• Carry out manual handling techniques in a safe and efficient manner

Who should attend

This programme is designed for any person(s) who have to train and/or assess those who are involved in manual handling in the workplace i.e. Employers, Managers, Supervisors or Operatives. Training methods include a high proportion of group participation, including practical exercises in lifting techniques, supplemented with video and classroom based tutorials.

PPE Required: No
Training Delivery: At our training centre or on-site