Manual Handling People Course Information
People Handling
Manual Handling injuries account to 36% of all reported workplace accidents. The Health & Social Care sector accounts for 54% of all reported manual handling accidents. This course will provide a consistent approach to Manual Handling that ensures best practice in accordance with the All Wales Local Government Manual Handling Training Passport & Information Scheme.
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Manual Handling Course
People Handling
Duration
1 Day (Tailorable)
Course Renewal Compliancy
Annually
Group
Minimum Numbers 4 – Up to 10
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- Describe the function of the spine
- Examine & Discuss Manual Handling Legislation
- Discuss Company Manual Handling policies (if any)
- Describe Ergonomics
- Examine and Discuss Manual Handling Risk Assessment
- Discuss safe handling procedures
- Explain the need for effective teamwork & communication
- Demonstrate safe inanimate load handling
- To provide a consistent approach to Manual Handling that ensures best practice in accordance with the All Wales Local Government Manual Handling Training Passport & Information Scheme.
This course will be delivered in a classroom environment via power point presentations, discussions, practical demonstrations and lectures. There are two modules to this course which are outlined below:
Module A – Spinal Awareness, legislation, your authority or company policies, ergonomics, risk assessment, safe handling principles, team handling and communication.
Module B – Inanimate load handling, practical ergonomics.
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Assessment Method: Multiple Choice Exam & Practical Assessment
Candidates will also receive a Manual Handling Training Manual which they can take them.
The Certificate will last for 3 years.
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