Name of Course |
Manual Handling – Principles and Practice |
Course Aim |
This course will teach candidates techniques to lift, carry, push and pull objects safely within their individual capabilities with the aim of reducing the number of work-related injuries associated with manual handling. |
Target Audience |
This course is aimed at all staff in the workplace. |
Course Objectives |
All staff which have to carry out any manual handling activities at work by introducing them to the hazards of manual handling, the risks involved and the controls that are available to help prevent injury.
Part 1 will allow learners to understand the risks associated with manual handling and to make recommendations to manage those risks. Part 2 will allow learners to apply the principles of safer handling to a range of everyday manual handling tasks. |
Course Overview |
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Format of Delivery |
Classroom |
Accredited |
Yes |
Related Courses |
Level 3 Award in Food Safety |