Principles of Manual Handling

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Principles of Manual Handling

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Description

Description

In accordance with the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992, this qualification introduces candidates to the hazards and risks involved in manual handling and outlines what to expect from a manual handling assessment. It will enable employees to develop safer manual handling techniques.

Manual Handling accidents account for the most people off work and for claims against employers because no training was given. In 2005/06 9,450,000 work days were lost and the average penalty per conviction by the HSE was £29,997.00.

Objectives

By the end of the programme the student will be able to:

  • explain what is meant by the term 'manual handling' and give examples;
  • explain how m…

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Description

In accordance with the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992, this qualification introduces candidates to the hazards and risks involved in manual handling and outlines what to expect from a manual handling assessment. It will enable employees to develop safer manual handling techniques.

Manual Handling accidents account for the most people off work and for claims against employers because no training was given. In 2005/06 9,450,000 work days were lost and the average penalty per conviction by the HSE was £29,997.00.

Objectives

By the end of the programme the student will be able to:

  • explain what is meant by the term 'manual handling' and give examples;
  • explain how manual handling can cause injury and give examples;
  • state the principles for controlling manual handling risks and apply these in a practical context;
  • demonstrate a general understanding of the value and purposes of conducting a manual handling assessment and what employees can expect of such assessments;
  • demonstrate an understanding of the main provisions of the Manual Handling Operations Regulations.

 Prerequisites

No, they do not need any prior knowledge because this qualification provides a strong introduction and detailed overview of good practice in Manual Handling.

Suitability

This qualification will benefit anyone in the workplace to provide information and techniques essential to protection from injury when moving objects.

Typical Interest Groups

All employers and employees in all working environments.

Qualification

After successful post course assessment candidates receive a nationally accredited qualification

Employees can use the certificate to demonstrate the level of health and safety knowledge they have achieved.

In House Prices

We can deliver this course at your premises for £200.00 for a maximum of 12 delegates

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