Manual Handling
Level 2
Principles Of Manual Handling
The Level 2 Award in Principles of Manual Handling addresses common manual handling injuries and equipment, among other fundamentals of manual handling. This course covers its material in the span of a half-day; it is a theoretical course with no hands-on exercises. This course is ideal for all workplaces seeking to reduce the risk of manual handling injuries, such as those that may occur while lifting objects. Given that manual handling is responsible for more than one-third of all workplace injuries, it is critical that working environments minimise the risk of such injuries through knowledge and awareness of the associated dangers. A regulated course, the Level 2 Award in Principles of Manual Handling is a nationally recognised credential.
Qualification Info
Course Duration : Half a day
Certification : 3 years
Price
From £400 your venue
Based on Between 1- 12 delegates
Who is the course for?
This theory-based training course imparts fundamental knowledge and raises awareness regarding the hazards associated with hazardous manual handling. As a result, it is suitable for all employees in the workplace.
Assessment and Certification
A variety of learning methods will be integrated throughout the course in order to optimise the student’s educational experience. A knowledge-testing multiple-choice examination will be administered at the end of the course. All delegates will be equipped with the knowledge, confidence, and certification necessary to implement the strategies outlined in the course to reduce the risk of hazardous manual handling in their respective workplaces.
Every three years, it is recommended that you complete a half-day course for manual handling knowledge refresher training.
How do I book this course?
Please contact us on Tel : 0121 2279711
or
email our team at info@HQcomplianceandtraining.com
Course Consent
- Common manual handling injuries
- Manual handling laws
- Responsibilities of employers and employees
- Risk assessments
- Safe movement principles associated with manual handling
- Musculoskeletal system
- Centre of gravity
- Lever system
- Theory of safe manual handling principles
- Preparing for a lift
- Solo lifting, carrying and lowering an object
- Team manual handling
- Manual handling equipment
- Types of manual handling aids and equipment
- Maintenance and requirements for testing
Level 2
Safe Moving And Handling
The Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling is a one-day programme that teaches participants how to implement the fundamental principles of manual handling in the workplace. Practical elements will be integrated throughout the course to enable students to engage in secure moving and handling practices through the application of various techniques. A variety of subjects will be addressed, including manual handling apparatus and manual handling regulations. The Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling is a regulated course that confers a nationally recognised credential.
Organisations are mandated by law to ensure that employees who engage in routine manual handling duties receive sufficient training from their employers.
Qualification Info
Course Duration : 1 Day
Certification : 3 years
Price
From £400 your venue
Based on Between 1- 12 delegates
Who is the course for?
This course is appropriate for individuals who are currently employed or plan to be employed in a profession that requires manual handling. It is an ideal course for individuals employed in a variety of environments, including care homes, warehouses, and shops.
Course Consent
- Common manual handling injuries
- Manual handling laws
- Responsibilities of employers and employees
- Risk assessments
- Safe movement principles associated with manual handling
- Musculoskeletal system
- Centre of gravity
- Lever system
- Manual handling equipment
- Types of manual handling aids and equipment
- Maintenance and requirements for testing
- Manual handling practical sessions
- Solo lifting, carrying and lowering an object
- Team manual handling
- Using equipment
Assessment and Certification
To maximise your learning experience, a variety of learning styles will be accommodated throughout the course, including both theoretical and practical components. A knowledge-testing multiple-choice examination will be administered at the conclusion of the course. All delegates will be equipped with the knowledge, confidence, and certification necessary to implement the strategies outlined in the course to reduce the risk of hazardous manual handling in their respective workplaces.
Refresher training, which will consist of a one-day course, is advised every three years to revise and refresh your knowledge of manual handling.
How do I book this course?
Please contact us on Tel : 0121 2279711
or
email our team at info@HQcomplianceandtraining.com