Learning Outcomes

In this free course, you will learn how to:

• Explain the principles of manual handling and its importance in the workplace
• Assess ergonomic risk factors associated with manual handling and their impact on worker health and safety
• Apply safe handling techniques to minimise the risk of injury
• Evaluate manual handling risks, special situations, and the appropriate use of equipment to mitigate risks
• Plan and implement control measures to reduce manual handling hazards in the workplace
• Select proper equipment for safe manual handling tasks to enhance efficiency and reduce injury risks
• Solve challenges in handling unusual loads through strategic planning and technique adjustment
• Create a safe workplace culture prioritising manual handling safety through awareness and training
• Outline and implement policies to support safe manual handling practices and ensure regulatory compliance
• Recall the legal and regulatory requirements related to manual handling to ensure compliance