Manual Handling

This course is designed for workers who need to be trained to safely move and handle inanimate objects under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and Manual Handling Regulations 2007.

Content

• Manual Handling Legislation
• Anatomy of the spine
• Common back injuries
• Biomechanics of manual handling Manual handling risk assessment
• Safe Lifting Techniques and practice
• Dealing with unfamiliar loads
• Importance of PPE and appropriate clothing
• Manual handling assessment
• Backcare in everyday life