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MANUAL HANDLING IN THE WORKPLACE
MANUAL HANDLING IN THE WORKPLACE
The EFR Manual Handling in the Workplace Course provides employees with the knowledge and practical skills to safely undertake manual handling operations in various workplace settings. Manual handling tasks, including lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling, carrying, and manoeuvring loads, can present serious injury risks if not performed correctly.
What is the Manual Handling in the Workplace Course?
This course covers the essential principles of safe manual handling, helping participants to:
Understand the risks associated with manual handling injuries.
Learn proper lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling techniques.
Utilize manual handling aids effectively.
Perform risk assessments to identify and minimize hazards.
By the end of this training, participants will have a thorough understanding of how to protect themselves and their colleagues from workplace injuries related to manual handling. This course meets legal health and safety requirements and helps businesses comply with the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 (MHOR).
Key Features of the Course
The Manual Handling in the Workplace Course will teach you:
Anatomy of the Spine – Understanding how the spine works and why injuries occur.
Common Manual Handling Injuries – Recognizing risks such as musculoskeletal disorders.
Manual Handling Laws & Regulations – Understanding employer and employee responsibilities.
The Role of Managers – How management can support safe manual handling practices.
Practical Techniques & Risk Prevention
The Manual Handling in the Workplace Course will teach you:
Assessing the Task – Identifying hazards before lifting or carrying loads.
Safe Lifting Techniques – Learning the correct methods to lift, lower, push, and pull objects.
Handling Different Load Types – Best practices for boxes, sacks, and irregularly shaped objects.
Using Lifting Aids & Teamwork – Understanding how to use trolleys, hoists, and shared lifting techniques.
Risk Assessments – Evaluating workplace tasks to minimize injury risks.
Accident Prevention & Response – Knowing what to do in case of a manual handling injury.
This course provides a balance of knowledge development and hands-on exercises, ensuring participants apply what they learn to real-world workplace scenarios.
Why Manual Handling Training is Crucial
Improper manual handling is one of the leading causes of workplace injuries, often leading to:
Muscle and joint pain, spinal injuries, and long-term disability.
Increased employee absenteeism due to work-related injuries.
Higher costs for businesses due to compensation claims and lost productivity.
By completing this course, participants can:
Reduce the risk of workplace injuries.
Improve workplace safety and efficiency.
Comply with health and safety regulations.
Employers have a legal duty to provide adequate training to their staff. This course ensures compliance with UK Health and Safety legislation, including the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 (MHOR).
Who is This Course For?
This course is suitable for:
Employees who regularly lift, carry, push, or pull objects.
Warehouse, factory, and construction workers who handle heavy loads.
Healthcare and care workers assisting patients with mobility.
Office and retail workers lifting supplies, deliveries, or furniture.
Managers and supervisors responsible for workplace safety and risk assessments.
Course Duration and Format
Length:
3-4 hours
Structure:
A combination of theory-based instruction and manual handling exercises.
Delivery Options:
This course can be delivered on-site at your workplace, allowing participants to practice with the actual loads they handle daily.
Assessment and Certification
Assessment:
Continuous trainer observation and skill assessment during practical exercises.
Participants must demonstrate proper lifting techniques and risk assessment skills..
Certification:
Valid for 2 years upon successful completion.
A refresher course is recommended annually to maintain safe practices.
Scheduling and Booking
Open Courses:
Pre-scheduled training sessions available for individuals.
Small class sizes (maximum of 4 participants) for personalized learning.
Private Group Courses:
Custom dates available for groups of 4 or more participants.
Flexible scheduling to meet business and organizational needs.
On-Site Training Available – Train employees in their actual work environment using the equipment and loads they handle daily.
If no course is available or scheduled dates don’t work for you, please contact us, and we’ll arrange a course to suit your needs.
Course Pricing
Cost: £75 per participant
Transparent Pricing: No hidden costs—everything participants need is included.
Benefits of the Manual Handling Course
Hands-On Training – Gain confidence through real-world workplace scenarios.
Expert Instruction – Learn from certified manual handling trainers.
Workplace Compliance – Ensure businesses meet legal health and safety requirements.
Reduced Workplace Injuries – Promotes safer working environments and decreases injury-related absences.
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