Course Aim
The aim of this Manual Handling Course is to provide learners with the knowledge, skill and attitude to perform manual handling tasks safely.
Course learning outcomes:
On completion of this course you will be able to:
- List the duty of the employers and employees in relation to manual handling
- Explain the purpose composition and characteristics of the main parts of the spinal column and explain their
relevance to manual handling - Identify hazards associated with manual handling tasks
- List the equipment available to avoid or reduce the risks associated with manual handling tasks
- Explain the importance of good nutrition fitness to manual handling
- Perform manual handing tasks in accordance with the principles of safe manual handling.
Course Content:
- Legislation
- Anatomy
- Biomechanics
- Manual Handling Risk Assessment
- Mechanical Equipment
- Nutrition
- Fitness & Flexibility
- Principles of safe Manual Handling
Course Certification:
On successful completion of this course learners will receive a Manual Handling certificate from Moran Safety Services valid for 3 years. TILE Lift assessment included.