Learn about the health and safety issues around manual handling
Details
The course will help you to:
- define manual handling;
- identify who is at risk;
- understand the key legal requirements concerning manual handling;
- understand the role of the safety rep in manual handling risk assessments;
- use checklists to prepare for manual handling risk assessments;
- review training, work equipment and personal protective equipment in relation to manual handling;
- take up members’ problems;
- improve education and information for members on manual handling.
How the course will work
The course involves group work and discussion and is a good opportunity to network and share ideas and experiences.
You may be asked to find out information from your branch and employer in advance.
Course bookings and enquiries
To find out more or book your place, contact your region.
Related courses
Details
The course will help you to:
- define manual handling;
- identify who is at risk;
- understand the key legal requirements concerning manual handling;
- understand the role of the safety rep in manual handling risk assessments;
- use checklists to prepare for manual handling risk assessments;
- review training, work equipment and personal protective equipment in relation to manual handling;
- take up members’ problems;
- improve education and information for members on manual handling.
How the course will work
The course involves group work and discussion and is a good opportunity to network and share ideas and experiences.
You may be asked to find out information from your branch and employer in advance.
Course bookings and enquiries
To find out more or book your place, contact your region.
Related courses
Details
The course will help you to:
- define manual handling;
- identify who is at risk;
- understand the key legal requirements concerning manual handling;
- understand the role of the safety rep in manual handling risk assessments;
- use checklists to prepare for manual handling risk assessments;
- review training, work equipment and personal protective equipment in relation to manual handling;
- take up members’ problems;
- improve education and information for members on manual handling.
How the course will work
The course involves group work and discussion and is a good opportunity to network and share ideas and experiences.
You may be asked to find out information from your branch and employer in advance.
Course bookings and enquiries
To find out more or book your place, contact your region.