Manual Handling Of Loads

This 1/2 day course is designed for people working in all sectors from Offices to Schools, from Manufacturing to Hospitality. It is designed to increase employees awareness of the possible injuries to themselves, colleagues and to enable them to carry out day to day manual handling operations safely with confidence knowing that this training will help them protect themselves against possible short and long term injuries.

Delegate numbers on the Manual handling course are strictly limited to a max of 12 to allow time for all delegates to practice the various lifting / moving techniques. The course includes informal discussions, best practice, legislation & legal implications arising from poor manual handling.

Learning Outcomes:

All Employees should be aware of:

• How manual handling injuries can be prevented.
• Safe lifting techniques & the use of mechanical aids.
• The importance of correct body posture.
• How to assess the risk.
• Legal responsibilities.