Manual handling refers to any activity that involves lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or moving objects by hand or using physical effort.
This Manual Handling Awareness Course covers the principles and practices of safe manual handling.
You’ll understand the risks associated with manual handling, how to undergo a risk assessment, and how to implement appropriate control measures.
It follows the requirements of the manual handling operations regulations and provides a practical guide for managing and carrying out safe and healthy manual handling.
By the end of the course you will:
Understand what manual handling is and why it’s essential to do it correctly
Get a better understanding of manual handling risk assessments
Understand the impact of poor manual handling
Be able to lift loads safely
