Manual Handling Training Course

Every day 230,000 workers are off work with manual handling injuries. Not only is this a major source of pain and discomfort to the individual it is also a significant financial cost to their employers. Join our Manual Handling training course to alleviate these problems.

Overview

Our Manual Handling training course provides delegates with the practical knowledge and skills to carry out safe manual handling using correct lifting techniques and mechanical aids. Also, so that delegates can understand their duties under current manual handling legislation.

Manual Handling Training Course

Structure & Content: 3 hours

Overview of current legislation
Duties of the employer & employee
Types of accidents and injuries
Understanding the spine (anatomy)
Work related upper – limb disorders
Principles of ergonomics in the workplace>
An outline of the principles of manual handling risk assessment
Correct lifting techniques and the use of mechanical aids
This course will include practical demonstration of correct lifting techniques.
On completion of this course a Phoenix Safety certificate will be awarded to successful delegates.

This course is a short course aimed at increasing delegate’s awareness and reducing injuries and time lost from work.

Join us on our next Manual Handling training course. For details call us on 0845 600 9594.>