Manual Handling

This Manual Handling course is designed for any person who may be required to carry out any manual handling in the workplace or requires familiarisation with the associated regulations. It will provide delegates with a thorough understanding of how to minimise the risk of injury to themselves and others by increasing awareness of potential hazards in the workplace and their outcomes. Delegates attending this course should be 18+ years and be physically and mentally fit to withstand the rigours of training.

By the end of this course the delegates will be able to:

• Summarise the legislation and manual handling regulations that relate to lifting in the workplace
• Appreciate the financial impact on industry caused by injuries from poor manual handling
• Identify and assess potential hazards and choose appropriate methods of risk control which includes the selection of any lifting equipment that may be required
• Carry out Manual Handling Techniques

• Health & Safety at work Act 1974 • Associated regulations
• Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations
• Accident statistics
• The functions of the spine and muscular system
• Typical injuries
• Hazard identification and assessment
• Correct handling techniques
• Practical exercises and tuition

https://www.hse.gov.uk/msd/manualhandling.htm

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