The Manual Handling Training course equips participants with the knowledge and practical skills required to safely lift, carry, push, pull, and move loads while minimizing the risk of injury. The training emphasizes correct lifting techniques, risk assessment, body mechanics, and task planning, helping participants improve workplace safety, reduce manual handling incidents, and comply with health and safety regulations.

Course Outline

• Introduction to Manual Handling Principles
• Manual Handling Legislation and Employer Responsibilities
• Basic Human Anatomy and Musculoskeletal Injuries
• Hazard Identification and Manual Handling Risk Assessment
• Principles of Safe Lifting and Carrying Techniques
• Safe Pushing, Pulling, and Moving of Loads
• Task Planning and Load Assessment
• Ergonomics and Good Workplace Practices
• Practical Manual Handling and Kinetic Lifting Techniques
• Practical and Written Assessment

Who the Course is For

This course is suitable for:

• Warehouse Personnel
• Logistics and Supply Chain Staff
• Construction Workers
• Maintenance Personnel
• Manufacturing and Production Workers
• Healthcare Workers
• Engineers and Technicians
• Oil & Gas and Marine Personnel
• Anyone involved in manual lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or moving materials in the workplace.