CIEH Principles of Manual Handling

The CIEH Principals of Manual Handling is suited to all employees. This qualification introduces candidates to the hazards and risks involved in manual handling and outlines what to expect from a manual handling assessment. It will enable employees to develop safer manual techniques in the workplace.

The qualification covers the following topics:

• The process of manual handling in the workplace
   
• Manual handling injuries and the activities which cause them
   
• Manual handling assessment and control options
   
• Responsibilities imposed by the manual handling operations regulations

The CIEH Principals of manual handling knowledge foundation to build upon. The course will offer the opportunity to progress and work towards the CIEH Intermediate Certificate in supervising Health and Safety. This qualification can also be used towards obtaining your NVQ qualification.

Candidates must attend the full session in order to qualify for the short objective test at the end. The test will consist of 20 questions and must be completed within the allocated time frame. Test results and certification will take approximately two weeks to process.

Maximum no. of places  12