Our Manual Handling Training Course has been designed for delegates who are responsible of lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying or moving objects as part of their role. According to HSE 18% common workplace injuries are due to handling, lifting or carrying hence it is vital that correct procedures taught to prevent development of long-term workplace injuries.
Objectives of course:
- Understand the reasons for safe manual handling
- Understand how manual handling risk assessments contribute to improving health and safety
- Understand the principles, types of equipment and testing requirements associated with manual handling safety
- Be able to apply safe manual handling principles
Manual Handling is one of our popular courses having delivered it to over 3000 delegates with 98% highly recommending this course. Delegates are provided with a Manual Handling book, whilst getting the opportunity to practice their manual handling techniques with the props we have. The aim is to ensure delegates are fully aware and can identify good and bad manual handling techniques.
Our Manual Handling trainers all come from different backgrounds such as Professional Medic, Ex-Military, Mountain Rescue, Industry and are very educated with certificates in NEBOSH, IOSH, First Aid etc. With their knowledge and experience in this field they are able to share their experienced into the delivery of the course and give valuable advice of the do’s and don’ts.
Successful completion of this course delegates are provided with a Manual Handling certificate. We also deliver a Manual Handling Train the Trainer course which teaches delegates to be able teach correct procedures if identified at workplaces.
To book or discuss your training requirements please call us now on 01902 862777.
