Who is this course for?
Those who undertake manual handling tasks in the workplace.
Entry requirements & Application
The knowledge and understanding of the hazards and risks associated with manual handling together with control options.
What will I learn?
The process of manual handling in the workplace.
Manual handling injuries and the activities that cause them.
Hazards associated with manual handling.
The adverse affects and costs of incorrect manual handling.
Manual handling assessment and control options.
Safe lifting techniques and methods
Responsibilities imposed by the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 (2002)This qualification introduces candidates to the hazards and risks involoved in manual handling and outlines what to expect from a manual handling assessment. It will enable employees to develop safer manual handling techniques in the workplace.The qualification covers the following topics:
The process of manual handling in the workplace.
Manual handling injuries and the activities which cause them.
Manual handling assessment and control options.
Responsibilites imposed by the Manual Handling Operations Regulations.
Assessment
A multi-choice assessment based on knowledge gained with a pass mark of 15 out of 20 (optional).
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