Manual Handling Awareness TrainingManual handling activities are the cause of numerous accidents in the workplace and also long term disorders such as back pain and reduced mobility. This 1 day course will enable delegates to look carefully at their own work activities and contribute to the development of safer methods and tasks in co-operation with their managers and supervisors
Learning objectivesAt the end of the course delegates should be able to:
- Explain what is meant by the term 'manual handling'
- Explain how manual handling can cause injuries and give examples
- State the principles for controlling manual handling risks and apply them in a practical context
- Demonstrate a general understanding of the value and purpose of conducting a manual handling assessment and what employees can expect of such assessments
Course programme
- Introduction: What is Manual Handling?
- The responsibilities imposed by the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992
- Manual handling injuries
- Controlling the risks
- Safer handling techniques
Where possible, the organisation's existing policies, procedures and documentation will be used during the course to ensure that delegates understand:
- The organisation's policy/procedures relating to manual handling
- Their role and responsibilities
- How to complete any forms and documentation provided
- Where to find further information and help within the organisation
- The organisation's health & safety management system
Duration
1 day
Certification
On successful completion of the course, delegates receive a certificate of attendance which may be used for Continued Professional Development (CPD)/NVQ.
Maximum attendees
12
Intended audience
All levels of staff whose work involves manual handling. Useful also for managers and supervisors, to help them understand their duties under the law.
Learning methods
Various methods are employed including practical assessments in the workplace, case studies, and exercises.
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