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Principles of Manual Handling

Course Information		Back pain is the single greatest cause for time off work for injury. Lifting, handling and carrying are responsible for 10% of back injuries. Successful completion of this training will prepare students to look carefully at their own work activities and contribute to the development of safer methods and tasks, in co-operation with their managers and supervisors. Enables employees to contribute to the development of safer manual handling methods and tasks This qualification introduces candidates to the hazards and risks involved in manual handling and outlines what to expect from a manual handling assessment. It will enable employees to develop safer manual handling techniques in the workplace. The qualification covers the following topics: The process of manual handling in the workplace Manual handling injuries and the activities which cause them Manual handling assessment and control options Responsibilities imposed by the Manual Handling Operations Regulations

Course Duration		2-3 hours/half day

Assessment Method		Multiple choice examination

Accreditors		CIEH

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Principles of Manual Handling

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