About this course
This course is aimed at anyone who requires a course in manual handling and is ideal for all workplace requirements. The course is designed to meet the requirements and recommendations of the HSE Manual Handling Regulations 1992.
The Manual Handling Operations Regulations, updated in 2002, no longer specify weight limits for lifting and carrying loads. Instead, they mandate that employees must possess adequate knowledge or training to assess whether safe handling is feasible. These regulations apply universally, spanning from office settings to care facilities and factories. Each sector carries unique risks, addressed comprehensively in this accredited qualification.
Correct manual handling training will reduce the risk of accidents occurring by identifying and preventing them. Manual handling is not difficult to learn but can save a lot of problems for employers and employees. This course covers the moving of objects, but we also have online and classroom courses for the Moving and Positioning of People.
The course covers legislation, common injuries, good practice, accident prevention and different lifting aids. Also covered is a section on manual handling risk assessment and the 5 step recommended process to carry out a risk assessment.
Please note that learners undertaking a ProTrainings Trainings Course have the option to choose to take a regulated qualification.
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