Shift Materials Safely Using Manual Handling Methods

This course is designed for participants in various industries such as retail, wholesale, warehousing construction, farming etc. and anyone who needs a formal quali?cation in manual handling. The course also provides a pathway leading onto various quali?cations within the Transport and Logistics (TLI) training package.

Training delivery combines blended delivery learning via the Loadwise Australia online teaching platform and onsite face-to-face delivery via Trainer led practical sessions. This course involves the skills and knowledge required to shift loads using manual handling methods. As a guide, the unit of competency is broken into 3 elements including:

Pre-Requisite

There are no pre-requisites for the Manual Handling Course, however due to the practical assessment activities students should be physically capable of performing some light lifting tasks.

To achieve competency in the Manual Handling assessment Learners will require the ability to read; correctly interpret signage; speak clearly and unambiguously in English; and to explain, describe and verify basic needs and issues.

Pre- enrolment skills checks are used by Loadwise Australia if doubt arises for Learners that may have language, literacy and numeracy issues. To enquire for a skills check call (02) 5105 6122 or conduct the free Loadwise Australia LLN skills check accessed at loadwise.com.au

Skills we teach

• Assessing the risks associated with relocating loads.
  -Type of loads, method, technique, locations, effect on base support, points of balance, clearances, route, PPE, team lifts.

• Planning the relocation process prior to performing manual handling.
  -Compliance with legislative requirements when planning manual handling.

• Carrying out load relocation in accordance with the plan.
  -Actions followed in accordance with WHS requirements including technique, movement, picking up, placing, coordination and setting down procedures.