Manual Handling Techniques
Short course
In Wellingborough
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Description
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Type
Short course
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Location
Wellingborough
To provide delegates with a thorough understanding of how to minimise the risk of injury to themselves and others by increasing awareness of potential manual handling hazards in the workplace and their outcomes. Suitable for: This programme is designed for any person(s) who have to train and/or assess those who are involved in manual handling in the workplace i.e. Employers, Managers, Supervisors or Operatives.
Important information
Documents
- Course Overview (PDF)
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About this course
Delegates should provide a passport photograph on the day of training for production of ID Cards. For courses held at our centre in Wellingborough we can provide this service on your behalf using our on-site digital camera.
For training held at your own location please ensure you make available a classroom suitable for the number of delegates attending, with a 240v power supply.
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Course programme
Content
- Health & Safety at work Act 1974
- Manual handling regulations
- Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations
- Accident statistics
- The functions of the spine and muscular system
- Typical injuries
- Hazard identification and assessment of:
- The task
- The load
- The working environment
- Individual capabilities
- Correct handling techniques
- Practical exercises and tuition Knowledge By the end of the course delegates will be able to:
- Summarise the legislation and manual handling regulations that relate to lifting in the workplace
- Appreciate the financial impact on industry caused by injuries from poor manual handling
- Identify and assess potential hazards and chose appropriate methods of risk control which includes the selection of any lifting equipment that may be required
- Carry out manual handling techniques in a safe and efficient manner Training Methods A high proportion of group participation including practical exercises in lifting techniques, supplemented with video and classroom based tutorials. Additional Information Delegates should provide a passport photograph on the day of training for production of ID Cards. For courses held at our centre in Wellingborough we can provide this service on your behalf using our on-site digital camera. Suggested Follow-Up Courses
- IOSH Working Safely
- IOSH Managing Safely
- First Aid Appointed Person
Manual Handling Techniques