Manual Handling Online Training

This comprehensive Manual Handling Training course is designed to provide essential knowledge and practical understanding of safe manual handling techniques in the workplace. Every year, thousands of employees suffer injuries caused by poor lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling methods. Through this in-depth program, learners will gain the skills to reduce workplace risks, improve posture, protect their health, and promote a safer working environment.

The Manual Handling Online Training combines legislation, risk assessments, hazard awareness, and step-by-step safe lifting techniques to empower individuals and organizations with the competence to handle loads correctly. By completing this course, learners will confidently apply best practices in manual handling, safeguarding both personal well-being and workplace safety.

Learning Outcomes

1. Understand manual handling responsibilities, legal duties, and safety regulations.
2. Recognize workplace hazards, risks, and potential injury consequences.
3. Conduct effective manual handling risk assessments in diverse workplaces.
4. Apply control measures to reduce hazards and workplace injuries.
5. Demonstrate safe lifting, carrying, and handling practices correctly.
6. Promote health, safety, and injury prevention in all work environments.

Course Link : Manual Handling Online Training

Course Curriculum

Module 01: Introduction, Legislation and Guidance

Understand manual handling responsibilities, employer duties, and employee obligations. Gain awareness of workplace regulations, manual handling guidelines, and industry best practices.

Module 02: Manual Handling Hazards and Injuries

Identify common workplace hazards related to lifting, carrying, and transporting loads. Learn about musculoskeletal injuries, back strain, and long-term health consequences.

Module 03: Manual Handling Risk Assessments

Develop skills to perform effective risk assessments. Recognize risks, assess load weights, evaluate workplace conditions, and determine safe handling methods.

Module 04: Controlling and Reducing the Risks

Learn control measures to minimize hazards. Explore correct load management, mechanical aids, ergonomic practices, and organizational strategies to reduce manual handling risks.

Module 05: Safe Lifting Techniques

Master safe lifting and carrying practices. Gain step-by-step instruction on correct body posture, lifting strategies, team handling, and safe use of equipment.

Disclaimer:

This is an online course with pre-recorded lessons. You will get access to the course within 48 hours after your enrolment.