Manual Handling (Theory & Practical)

Aim

The aim of this course is to provide the candidate with a theoretical knowledge and the practical skills; to recognise the risks of unsafe practices involved in manual handling as required by the Manual Handling Regulations.

Who is this course for? Under the Safety, Health & Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations, 2007, it is a requirement that ALL employees attend Manual Handling Training with particular emphasis on anyone who is engaged in the lifting and handling of loads.

Course Topics: 

• Health and Safety Legislation
• The Musculoskeletal System
• Manual Handling Risk Assessment T.I.L.E.
• Manual Handling Injuries
• Safe Manual Handling
• Manual Handling demonstration
• Anatomy of the spine and muscular system
• The basic principles of Safe Lifting

Duration: 3 hours

Method of Delivery: Classroom based training

Assessment: Tutor assessed 

Certification: TTM Training Certification – CPD Accredited