Principles of Manual Handling
Principles of Manual Handling is a
stand-alone level 1 qualification, which complements the CIEH Health and
Safety programme. It is aimed at those who carry out manual handling
activities at work and introduces delegates to the hazards of manual
handling, the risks involved and controls available and what to expect
from a manual handling assessment.
Successful completion will prepare
students to look carefully at their own work activities and contribute to
the development of safer methods and tasks, in co-operation with their
managers and supervisors. The course will last approximately 2 hours 30
minutes.
Topic areas covered:
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The process of manual handling in the workplace.
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Manual handling injuries and the activities which cause them.
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Manual handling assessment and control options.
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Responsibilities imposed by the Manual Handling Operations Regulations.
ObjectivesBy the end of the programme the
student will be able to:
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Explain what is meant by the term 'manual handling' and give examples;
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Explain how manual handling can cause injury and give examples;
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State the principles for controlling manual handling risks and apply
these in a practical context;
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Demonstrate a general understanding of the value and purposes of
conducting a manual handling assessment and what employees can expect
of such assessments;
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Demonstrate an understanding of the main provisions of the Manual
Handling Operations Regulations.
There will be a short examination to complete this course.
