Manual Handling

The purpose of this course is to educate participants in the correct procedures of handling loads safely. Participants who have completed this course will be able to:

Recognise a load which is too heavy or awkward.
Understand the limitations of the spine and muscular system.
Lift and handle loads safely.

Course Content

Anatomy of the spine and muscular system.
Video on Manual Handling.
Principals of levers and laws of motion.
How the body is harmed through incorrect handling techniques.
Importance of physical fitness.
Personal protective equipment.
How to handle loads safely.
Practice in handling loads safely, example of practical work.
Lifting to and from ground level.
Lifting to and from a height.
Pushing.
Pulling.
Legislation.
Lifting bags, or other loads appropriate to the workplace.

Who should attend?

All employees, as per the new 2005 Manual Handling Regulations.

Duration 4 hrs