The Manual Handling course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge to conduct all manual handling activities in a manner that will prevent injury. The course deals with informing participants on the consequences of lifting incorrectly, the philosophy being that if persons understand the consequences of incorrect lifting they will pay more attention to lifting correctly.
Course Description
Introduction to Manual Handling
Legislation on Manual Handling - 2005 Act
Manual Handling Regulations 2007
Manual Handling and the effects on the body
Principles of lifting and moving techniques
Work place structure in relation to Manual Handling
Developing lifting and moving techniques to overcome the risks involved
Lifting and moving different types of loads;
•Lifting from the floor
•Lifting from the table
•Lifting from low to high
•Handling different types of loads, balanced, unbalanced
•Pushing and pulling
Examination:
•Practical Assessment
•Feedback on Examination
Course Duration:
Half Day