Training
Manual Handling Awareness
Practical training that reduces manual handling injuries and keeps your workforce safe. Hands-on exercises using real workplace scenarios.
About This Course
Manual handling injuries remain one of the most common causes of workplace absence in the UK, accounting for over a third of all workplace injuries. These injuries are largely preventable with the right training and awareness.
Our Manual Handling Awareness course goes beyond the basics of "bend your knees and keep your back straight". We teach delegates to understand why injuries occur, how to assess handling risks, and how to apply practical techniques that work in their specific work environment.
The course is highly practical, with hands-on exercises that allow delegates to practice techniques using loads similar to those they handle at work. Our experienced trainers provide individual feedback and coaching to ensure everyone develops good habits.
Course Content
Understanding Manual Handling
What counts as manual handling, the types of injuries that can occur, and the scale of the problem in UK workplaces.
The Law and Your Responsibilities
Manual Handling Operations Regulations, employer duties, and what employees are required to do.
Anatomy and Injury Mechanisms
How the spine works, why injuries occur, and the long-term consequences of poor handling techniques.
Risk Assessment Principles
The TILE framework (Task, Individual, Load, Environment) for assessing manual handling risks.
Practical Handling Techniques
Hands-on practice of lifting, lowering, carrying, pushing, and pulling techniques with individual coaching.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the risks associated with poor manual handling
- Apply the TILE framework to assess handling risks
- Demonstrate safe lifting and handling techniques
- Recognise when to seek help or use mechanical aids
- Understand your legal responsibilities for manual handling
- Identify ways to reduce handling risks in your workplace
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people can attend a manual handling course?
For practical courses, we recommend a maximum of 12 delegates to ensure everyone gets adequate hands-on practice and individual feedback from the trainer.
Can you deliver the training at our site?
Yes, on-site delivery is often preferable as we can use your actual equipment and loads, making the training directly relevant to your operations.
Do you provide refresher training?
Yes, we offer shorter refresher sessions for staff who have previously completed manual handling training. These typically run for 2 hours.
Is manual handling training a legal requirement?
The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 require employers to provide training for employees who carry out manual handling tasks. The training must be appropriate to the risks and the individual tasks involved.
Who Should Attend
Anyone whose work involves lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling loads. Particularly suitable for warehouse and logistics staff, care workers, retail staff, manufacturing workers, construction workers, and office staff who handle deliveries or equipment.
Prerequisites
None. Delegates should wear comfortable clothing and flat shoes suitable for practical exercises.
Certification
All delegates receive a certificate of attendance valid for three years. We recommend refresher training every three years or when staff change roles to tasks with different handling requirements.
Book This Course
Contact us to discuss dates and arrange training for your team.
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We can deliver this course at your premises. On-site training is often more convenient and allows us to tailor content to your workplace.
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