Course description
Principles of Manual Handling
This half day Principles of Manual course outlines the duties which are placed on employers and self employed persons in all industries and services to identify and avoid, if possible, the need for certain manual handling work activity.. This reduces the risk of manual handling injury and you will be able organise work stations to make handling tasks easier and provide information to persons undertaking manual handling.
Any work involving LIFTING – PUTTING DOWN – PUSHING – PULLING – CARRYING – MOVING is affected by Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992.
Injuries from manual handling have long been recognised as a major source of occupational injury and ill health, making it one of the most common causes of injuries at work.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
Who should attend?
Anybody who needs an introduction to moving and handling techniques.
Outcome / Qualification etc.
On completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- understand the requirements of Manual Handling and Lifting for all employees
- use the correct Manual Handling Skills for use in the work place
Training Course Content
- The process of manual handling in the workplace
- Manual handling injuries and the activities which cause them
- Manual handling assessment and control options
- Responsibilities imposed by the Manual Handling Operations Regulations
Expenses
Course Price: £99 + VAT
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Since its founding in 2007, Oakley Services UK Ltd trading as Oakley Training and Consultancy provides efficient, engaging, and practical training and consultancy covering a wide range of popular business needs. Hosted from our Head Office and dedicated training facility...