Manual Handling

Course Content

• Responsibilities and legislation applicable to Manual Handling, by reference to:
  • The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
  • The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
  • The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992   ​​
• ​​Manual Handling risk factors and how injuries can occur (Risk Assessment – what to consider)
• Safe Manual Handling techniques, including highlighting common errors
• How to reduce injuries caused by Manual Handling and lifting
• Appropriate systems of work for the individual’s task and environment
• Knowing your own physical limitations in relation to the task
• Understanding when there is a need for team lifting or mechanical handling
• Use of mechanical aids
• Practical work – demonstrations & hands-on experience

The training method is a combination of classroom theory and practical Manual Handling exercises utilising real workplace manual handling situations.

Course Objectives -

On successful completion of this course, candidates will be able to:

• Interpret current health and safety legislation
• Identify and assess potential Manual Handling hazards and choose appropriate methods of risk control
• Carry out safe Manual Handling techniques