Course Introduction
A half-day theory course introducing safe manual handling practices, suitable for all employees.
Course Overview
This theory-based course provides an introduction to safe manual handling practices. It is suitable for all employees and helps reduce the risk of workplace injuries. Up to 12 delegates per course, delivered by highly experienced emergency medics with real-life experience. All courses can be accredited if required.
Course content:
- Common manual handling injuries
- Manual handling laws and responsibilities
- Stages of a manual handling risk assessment
- Safe movement principles
- Manual handling and the musculoskeletal system
- Preparing for a lift
- Solo lifting, carrying and lowering
- Team manual handling
- Manual handling equipment and maintenance
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