Are you aware of the risks and inefficiencies lurking in your workplace due to improper manual handling? Every year, countless injuries occur that are entirely preventable with the right knowledge and skills. This course is designed to transform your approach to physical tasks, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency.
First, we explore the world of manual handling, where understanding the basics is just the beginning. From navigating the complex legal and regulatory requirements landscape to mastering ergonomic risk factors and safe handling techniques, you will be equipped with the knowledge to mitigate risks and implement effective control measures. Learn how to confidently handle unusual loads and operate in challenging environments, selecting the proper equipment and leveraging technological advances to enhance safety and productivity.
Beyond the physical techniques, we emphasise the importance of physical fitness, first aid, and emergency response, ensuring you're prepared for any situation. Cultivate a culture of safety through effective communication, teamwork, and the development of robust workplace policies. This course is for everyone and has no prerequisite. The authors generated this text in part with GPT-4, OpenAI's large-scale language-generation model. Upon developing draft language, the authors and subject matter experts reviewed, edited, and revised the text to ensure it reflected accurate expertise and met high pedagogical standards. Enrol today and foster a workplace environment where safety and efficiency go hand in hand.
This course content was created in partnership with Tyler Honor, whose qualifications include a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals. For more information on our subject matter expert, visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerhonor/.
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