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Manual handling

This course is suitable if you're carrying out manual handling operations in the workplace, at home or in other settings.

Timetable, cost and enrolling

This accredited course is suitable if you're carrying out manual handling operations in the workplace, at home or in other settings.

On completion, you'll have improved your manual handling skills. 

This can improve your employment prospects in a wide range of settings.

What you'll learn

You'll learn:

  • why safe manual handling is important
  • how manual handling risk assessments contribute to improving health and safety
  • the principles, types of equipment and testing requirements associated with safety in manual handling
  • how to apply safe manual handling principles

How it's taught

The course is led by a specialist tutor and will include presentations and group discussions.

You'll need to pass a short assessment at the end of the course to achieve the award.

What to bring

Bring a notebook and pen or pencil.