Manual Handling Training

Safe-T-Solutions UK Ltd

Short course

In Nationwide

£ 55 + VAT

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Description

  • Type

    Short course

  • Level

    Beginner

  • Location

    Nationwide

  • Duration

    1 Day

  • Start date

    Different dates available

To teach the principles of Human Kinetics, the relevant job safety knowledge involved in Kinetic Handling, and the correct methods of manual lifting, carrying and lowering various loads and objects. Suitable for: Workers that perform manual handling tasks

Facilities

Location

Start date

Nationwide (London)
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Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

➢Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as an operative.
➢State the definition of manual handling, the main causes of manual handling injuries and the reasons for manual handling training
➢Describe the function and shape of the human spine
➢Describe the function of the intervertebral discs
➢Understand the effects of static loading and the risks involved in team lifting
➢Demonstrate an understanding of formal and dynamic risk assessment
➢Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for manual handling operations
➢Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area
➢Describe and demonstrate safe handling techniques

employees in all sectors

this course is run around the UK at customer premises for group bookings.

in-house certiifcation

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Subjects

  • Health and Safety
  • Health and Safety Training
  • Manual Handling
  • Manual handling training
  • Risk Assessment
  • Risk
  • Workplace Skills
  • Workplace Law
  • Workplace health and safety
  • Lifting and handling

Teachers and trainers (1)

various trainers

various trainers

NPORS Instructors

Course programme

Learn the techniques of safe manual handling and lifting.
On completion of the course you will understand the statutory requirements and the need for safety training. The course covers the concepts of human kinetics and human physiology in particular the structure of the human spine and its components, facts on backs and lifting, posture, hand mechanics, lifting, pushing and pulling, handling problems, strain and accident prevention, use of available mechanical handing equipment / lifting aids etc. and much more.

This course meets the relevant statutory requirements of the Employer in respect of the provision of adequate training for these applications, and is based upon The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 (MHOR 92).

Course Duration

½ or full day depending upon applications, maximum 10 x candidates per course.

Machine Specification

Applicable lifting aids

Course Content

Classroom based theory training to inform candidates of the relevant legislation / statutory requirements (HASWA 1974, MHOR 92, PUWER 98, LOLER 98 etc), raise awareness of site safety including the need to carry out risk assessments on the job to be done & load to be handled or moved, and the intended use of any lifting aids provided by the employer.
Information on weight limits & guidelines, together with practical demonstrations followed by supervised practice of correct manual handling techniques in a range of different lifting scenarios.

Course Certification

On successful completion of a theory test consisting of both open and multiple choice questions, and practical assessment using a progressive assessment report, successful candidates will receive a Certificate of Training in Basic Practical Skill and Ability.

Course Location

On-site at Customers premises or other nominated venue.

Staff Instructors

All Safe-T-Solutions instructors are accredited by the appropriate accrediting body and are also fully experienced, trained, tested and certificated on manual handling operations.

Course Pricing

£55.00 + vatper candidate
(Minimum Instructor rate of £250.00 per session)

Additional information

Payment options: Minimum Instructor rate of £250.00 per session Bespoke courses available
Students per class: 10
Contact person: Vicki Appleyard

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