Summary

This course introduces candidates to the hazards and risks involved in moving and handling and outlines what to expect from a manual handling assessment. It will enable employees to develop safer moving and handling techniques in the workplace.

For example in the Care Industry -  Providing an awareness of the risks of their spine from improper lifting, candidates will participate in a variety of exercises aimed at safe practice and discuss the merits of moving equipment.  Hoisting awareness can be included in this training.

Course Content

• Legislation/workplace policies
• Anatomy of the spine
• Risk assessment
• Safe handling principles
• Unsafe handling principles
• Use of equipment
• Practical demonstrations and participation of assisting people in mobility chairs and beds