Introduction

This course is designed to develop theoretical and practical skills in relation to safer manual handling techniques for use when handling inanimate objects such as boxes, tables and chairs, trolleys etc.

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Content

During the Course participants will be able to …

• identify the hazards of manual handling.

• identify the risks involved and controls available.

• identify what to expect from a manual handling assessment.

• take an ergonomic approach to manual handling and correctly return demonstrate the manual handling of loads.

Section One

Understand the Theory of Safer Manual Handling

This Section covers …

… the legal aspects of manual handling

… the duties of the employer and employee

… manual handling injuries

… the cost of an accident and the implications of litigation

… the structure and mechanics of the body

… good posture and body movement

… load evaluation techniques

… correct handling techniques and safe systems of work.

Section Two

Undertake Safer Manual Handling Techniques

This Section covers …

… muscles and stretching

… risk assessment

… solo moves

… duo and team moves

… moving with mechanical assistance

Course

The Course is generally delivered over one full day or over two sessions of equivalent length … but read on …

The Course can be delivered over a full day, or two half days or evenings. We have no problems fitting in with existing work shift patterns and are happy to teach the course early morning, late evening or overnight if required!

The way in which the Course is delivered and the materials used vary dependant on the nature of the group, their existing knowledge of manual handling, and their work role.

The Course can be specifically tailored to reflect your particular work environment or situation if delivered as a ‘closed’ course – that is solely to you or your employees.

Indivduals are welcome to join an ‘open’ course where participants will be drawn from a wide variety of different backgrounds and sectors.

Assessment

Success on the course is assessed by the satisfactory return demonstration of safe manual handling techniques, throughout the course, and the completion of a short multiple choice test completed at the end of the course. Successful participants are awarded a certificate of attendance.

Accessibility

We do everything we can to ensure that our courses are accessible to all.

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