Manual Handling Awareness

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Course Overview

This course aims to promote effective control of ‘Manual Handling Risks’ and provide instruction in ‘Manual Handling Techniques’.

Who Should Attend?

Whether you work in a shop, on site or in an office this course will be beneficial to you. Having the correct manual handling technique is important in all walks of life.

What Will I Learn?

At the end of the session participants will be able to: -

Explain what is meant by the term “Manual Handling”
Explain how Manual Handling can cause injury
State the principles for controlling Manual Handling Risks and apply these in a practical context
Demonstrate a general understanding of conducting a Manual Handling Assessment
Demonstrate an understanding of the main provisions of the Manual Handling Regulations. 1992
We can provide this course at your premises or on site. If you are interested simply fill in the contact form and one of our experts will be in touch alternatively call 0808 168 6788 and speak to our team.

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Course Content

Introduction to manual handling
What is manual handling?
Health and Safety at work act 1974
Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999
Manual Handling Regulations 1992
Personal Protective Equipment Regulations 1992
Manual handling injury causation's
Accident Statistics
Basic human anatomy
The Spine
Hierarchy of Control
Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment
Correct Handling Techniques.
Theory Test