Skip to content

Manual Handling Course

Course Objective
To train workers in the basic techniques of safe manual handling.

Course Content

  • Legislation
  • Manual Handling Risk Assessment
  • Structure Of The Back
  • General Principles Of Lifting / Handling
  • Different Type Of Lifts
  • Fitness & Flexibility
  • Practical Demonstration Of Safe Lifting Techniques By Instructor Followed By Student

Duration
Half Day.

Training Method
A significant portion of the course takes place in a classroom environment. Essentially, it is in the form of a slide show presentation which deals with all the various issues. (See course content above). The practical side of the course takes place in the clients actual working environment unless this is not possible. The training is supplemented by the use of visual aids. Handouts of the most important points are also provided for each trainees.

Training Location
The training takes place on the clients premises.

Certification
Individual certificates are issued for each trainee who completes the course.

Contact Details

Contact Form
Mob: 0868325664