Duration

This is a 6-hour classroom based course. Dependant on the learner’s experience, there may well be some pre-course or post-course reading.

Syllabus

A range of subjects is covered that will equip delegates to:

• Understand the reasons for safe manual handling

• Understand how manual handling risk assessments contribute to improving health and safety

• Understand the principles, types of equipment and testing requirements associated with manual

handling safety

• Be able to apply safe manual handling principles.

Certification

Practical assessment is on-going by the instructor, culminating with a written test.

This is a lifetime qualification, although refresher training is always recommended.

numbers.

A maximum of 16 students can be accommodated on this course and all candidates must be a minimum of 14 years of age to qualify.