THE AIM OF THE COURSE:
The aim of this course is to provide participants with the knowledge and practical skills to safely lift, carry, and move loads in the workplace. The training focuses on hazard awareness, correct techniques, risk assessment, and strategies to prevent injury and promote safe manual handling practices.
WHO DO WE RECOMMEND ATTENDS THE COURSE?
This course is recommended for all employees who are required to lift, carry, push, or pull loads as part of their job. It is suitable for both new staff and existing employees needing refresher training to reduce the risk of injury.
COURSE SUMMARY
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Introduction to manual handling principles and regulations
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Identifying hazards and assessing risks in manual handling tasks
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Correct lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling techniques
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Use of mechanical aids and team handling methods
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Strategies to prevent injury and promote workplace safety
- Inhouse Theory & Practical Assessments
LOCATIONS
Training and testing can be carried out at our training centre, or at your site premises providing site specifications can be met.
COURSE DURATION
1 Day.
TESTING / CERTIFICATION
All candidates will complete the Full (Theory & Practical) Inhouse Technical Test and on successful completion will be issued with an Inhouse Certificate.