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This qualification introduces candidates to the hazards and risks involved in manual handling and outlines what to expect from a manual lifting assessment. It will enable employees to develop safer manual lifting techniques in the workplace.
Course Duration: 3 hours
On completion of the course, the delegate will have an understanding of the following:
• The process of manual activities in the workplace
• Manual lifting injuries and the activities which cause them
• Manual lifting assessment and control options
• Responsibilities imposed by the Manual Handling Operations Regulations
• What’s the Problem – Anatomy
• What should I do about it
• What are my duties
• Avoiding manual handling
• The Task
• The Load
• The Working Environment
• Individual Capacity
• Handling aids and equipment
Assessment:
Classroom based training with a hands-on/practical demonstration of equipment and various techniques, and a multiple choice exam of 20 questions.
All delegates will receive an Manual Handling certificate valid for 3 years.
