Manual Handling
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The aim of this course is to reduce manual handling injuries at work and will provide those attending with a comprehensive understanding of how to move objects safely, so that the risk of injury or strain is reduced.
Course ID: MH1
Ratio: 8 students to 1 instructor
Duration: 0.5 days -
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Prerequisites
None, although delegates should be fit to take part in manual handling exercises.
NOTE: this course can be adapted to meet the needs of the individual or the task.Who Should Attend
The course is aimed at all employees where there is a risk of injury from manual handling tasks.
Course Objectives & Content
- Relevant Health and Safety legislation
- Manual handling definition, scale of the problem and reasons for safe manual handling
- How manual handling risk assessments contribute to health and safety
- Practical safe manual handling techniques
- An understanding of safe practices when using, lifting and moving equipment
Certification
All successful students will receive a certificate which is valid for 3 years, after which a refresher training will be necessary. 3M will notify you when your certificate is due for renewal.
Standards
- Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
- Manual Handling Operations Regs.1992
- Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regs. 1995 (as amended 2013) (RIDDOR)
- Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regs. 1998 (as amended 2002) (PUWER)
- Lifting Operation Lifting Equipment Regs. 1998 (LOLER)
- Management of Health and Safety at Work Regs. 1999
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