Walking and Working Surfaces Interactive Training

Walking and Working Surfaces Interactive Training

Get ready to dive into the world of safety regulations and best practices for walking and working surfaces in this interactive training sess

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About this event

Master utility cart safety online with expert-led training for better workplace safety.

Overview

This Utility Cart Safety Online Training is your go-to course for learning how to use, inspect, and move utility carts properly in the workplace. Covering everything from correct loading techniques to safe manoeuvring, this course ensures you avoid common mistakes that can lead to injury or damage. It’s built for those who want clarity—not fluff—when it comes to moving carts safely and smartly.

Designed for online learning, the course uses clear, straightforward instruction and safety insights that make sense whether you’re working in warehouses, healthcare, or hospitality. With bite-sized lessons, easy navigation, and no-nonsense guidance, you’ll walk away knowing what to do, what not to do, and why it all matters. Perfect for anyone who moves, lifts or wheels anything heavier than a cup of tea.

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand basic safety rules when using utility carts at work
  • Identify unsafe cart usage and know how to avoid it
  • Learn correct loading and unloading procedures confidently
  • Recognise weight limits and balance loads for safe movement
  • Know how to inspect carts for faults before every use
  • Apply safe pushing techniques to prevent injury or accidents

Who is this Course For

  • Warehouse staff needing safe cart handling knowledge
  • Healthcare workers transporting supplies and equipment daily
  • Janitorial and facility teams using carts for routine tasks
  • Hospitality staff working in hotels and event venues
  • Supermarket and retail floor workers handling stock
  • Educational support staff moving materials around campus
  • Delivery or courier personnel dealing with heavy loads
  • Office assistants responsible for moving documents or items

Career Path

  • Warehouse Operative – average salary: £23,000
  • Healthcare Porter – average salary: £21,500
  • School Facilities Assistant – average salary: £20,800
  • Hotel Maintenance Assistant – average salary: £22,000
  • Retail Stockroom Assistant – average salary: £21,000
  • Delivery Support Worker – average salary: £24,000

Frequently asked questions

What are walking and working surfaces?

They include floors, stairs, ladders, platforms, and any surface workers walk or work on.

Why is training on these surfaces important?

It helps prevent slips, trips, and falls—the most common workplace injuries.

Who needs this training?

Anyone who works in environments with floors, ladders, or elevated areas.

Does this training cover ladder safety?

Yes, it includes safe use, inspection, and storage of ladders.

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