This is a stand-alone qualification complementing the Health and Safety in the Workplace qualification. It is aimed at those who carry out manual handling at work, introducing candidates to the risks of manual handling and the controls available. The content of the qualification enables employees to develop safer manual handling techniques in the workplace.

Who needs this qualification?

Appropriate for all employees who handle materials, boxes, mail and packages including both industrial and office workers.
(This is not appropriate for people who assist people to move.)

Subjects Covered

• The process of manual handling in the workplace
• Manual handling injuries and the activities that cause them
• Manual handling assessment and control options
• Responsibilities imposed by the manual handling regulations

Outcomes
On completing this qualification candidates will be able to:

• Identify the hazards of manual handling
• Identify the risks involved and the controls available
• Identify what to expect from a manual handling assessment

Duration – half day programme, multiple-choice examination.