Manual Handling (Safe Lifting Techniques)

Manual Handling (Safe Lifting Techniques)
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Who should enrol
Suitable for any employees in any sector that require essential knowledge about safe lifting in the workplace. To enable them to work in a safe and healthy manner and contribute to improving health and safety within an organisation's policy;

Students will be able to identify key hazards in their own workplace and understand the importance of safe lifting procedures; report potential health and safety problems and understand the responsibilities of employers and employees.

Content Summary
Introduction
Health and safety law
Prevention of accidents and ill health
Risk assessments
Recommended lifting techniques
Assessing different loads
Team lifting techniques
Practical demonstrations
Guidance & practice
Ergonomics and design
Summary

Assessment
No formal assessment.

Course Material
HSE Handouts

Duration
a Half Day

Type
Classroom

Certificate
Successful completion of this course will be rewarded with a Lantra awards or Lynher Training certificate of attendance.

Validity
Recommended every 2 to 3 years.

Pre-requisites
All trainees must be over 16 years of age and in good health.

Persons with certain ailments or on certain medication may not be able to take part in the practical sessions.

More Info
Further training is required to enable candidates to teach manual handling in the workplace.

This course can be run in conjunction with the "Basic Health & Safety Principles" course.

Sensible shoes and work clothing are required.