PRINCIPLES OF MANUAL HANDLING

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

This is a standalone Level One qualification which complements the CIEH Foundation Certificate in Health and Safety. It is designed for those who carry out manual handling activities at work and introduces participants to the hazards of manual handling, the risks involved and controls available, and what to expect from a manual handling assessment.

COURSE CONTENT

Topics covered include:

•  The process of manual handling in the workplace

•  Manual handling injuries and the activities which cause them

•  Manual handling assessment and control options

•  Responsibilities imposed by the Manual Handling Operations Regulations

DELIVERY

The course is delivered through a workshop of half day duration and assessment is by means of a short test comprising of 20 questions.

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