Moving and Handling (Loads)

Who is it for?

This course is designed for anyone who is required to lift, carry, push, pull, move or position objects as part of their role.

It is particularly suitable for staff working in Health & Social Care, including residential and nursing care, domiciliary care, supported living and other care environments, as well as staff who regularly handle equipment, supplies or other materials.

What will learners learn?

  • Understand the legal responsibilities surrounding manual handling and why safe working practices are essential.
  • Understand how risk assessment can help identify and reduce the risks associated with moving and handling objects.
  • Recognise how poor moving and handling practices can lead to injury, particularly to the back and musculoskeletal system.
  • Apply safe and efficient techniques when lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling and setting down objects and static loads.
  • Understand the importance of ergonomics, workplace procedures, appropriate equipment and reporting processes.

 

Duration
1/2 day or 1 day

Delivery
Face-to-face or online
The course uses interactive learning methods including tutor facilitation, questionnaires, interactive polls, scenarios, breakout activities, questioning and participation, followed by an end-of-session assessment.

Group size
Up to 12 learners
Smaller groups can be arranged where a more personalised learning experience is required.

Certification
Learners receive an ILS Certificate of completion following successful completion of the course.

Why choose ILS?

Manual handling is about much more than knowing how to lift something safely. Our training helps staff understand the risks behind the task, how to assess them and how to make safer choices in their everyday work.

We focus on practical techniques that help prevent avoidable injuries while protecting the safety of staff and the people they work alongside.

The course covers the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992, HSE good practice and relevant workplace safety principles.

Can this course be tailored?

Yes. We can tailor the training around your organisation, workplace environment and the types of objects and equipment your staff regularly handle.

This could include your own risk assessments, manual handling procedures, equipment, workplace layouts and real-life scenarios, making the training immediately relevant to your team.

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