Duration: Half Day

The Manual Handling Training course helps learners understand the importance of safe lifting and handling techniques, reducing the risk of workplace injuries and improving safety standards.

Who Should Attend

This course is suitable for employees who handle loads manually as part of their role, including operators, warehouse staff, and maintenance teams.

Course Content

This course provides essential knowledge and practical skills to help participants lift, carry, and move loads safely and efficiently. Learners will explore the key principles of manual handling, understanding how poor techniques can lead to injury and how to prevent them through safe working practices.

Topics include:

• The importance of safe manual handling in workplace safety.
• Common causes and types of manual handling injuries.
• Correct lifting, carrying, and lowering techniques.
• Assessing loads and identifying potential risks.
• Using mechanical aids and teamwork to reduce strain.

 

Course Syllabus

• Introduction: The importance of manual handling safety.
• Risk Assessment: Identifying and minimizing risks.
• Practical Skills: Safe lifting techniques. Use of equipment for manual handling tasks.

 

Certification

Successful participants will receive a Certificate of Competence, valid for three years.

Cost

£75.00 per person (Group Discount Available)