Manual Handling Course

W@H and Fulcrum provide health, safety and training nationally to the construction, nuclear, petrochemical and power generation industries. We offer a range of services and are specialists in scaffolding with vast experience in health, safety, training and assessment. We support clients operating in accordance with legislative requirements including British and European standards.

Content

• Introduction & Welcome

• Course Aims & Objectives

• What is Manual Handling

• Hazards & Risks, Legislation

• The importance of risk assessment

• Causes of manual handling injuries

• Structure and function of the spine

• Identify hazards

• Control measures

• Correct lifting procedures

• Practical demonstration and exercise

• Test Paper (Theory)

• Summary & Close

Objectives

• Learners gaining this qualification will understand that moving and handling must be carried out correctly and will recognise its importance in ensuring a safer working environment.
• The course can be tailored to suit clients own arrangements

Certificate

• A Certificate of Training will be issued to all those who complete the course to a satisfactory standard.