Member Training: Manual Handling – Practices & Guidances

Location: Carrowbreck House, 7 Carrowbreck Road, Norwich, NR6 5FA This succinct bespoke course is aimed at those who carry out manual handling at work, it provides clear practical information about manual handling hazards and their control and is for both industrial and office workers. Under the Manual Handling Operations Regulations, employers are required to take appropriate steps to reduce the risk of injury to employees – this includes suitable training. There will be no lifting of empty boxes! The course combines both the theoretical and hands-on elements of the subject and teaches learners techniques to lift, carry, push and pull objects safely within their individual capabilities. Duration: Half-day course (9:00am – 12:00pm approximately). Equipment: No equipment is necessary for you to bring to the course. Pens and note paper will be available. Lunch provided: Light refreshments will be available throughout the duration of this course. Course Content • Manual handling hazards, risks and controls • How manual handling operations can cause injury and harm • Undertaking a simple Manual Handling Risk Assessment • Practical Manual handling techniques & solutions Course price: £52.00 – £57.00 For more details or any enquiries, please do contact us on 01603 788950, or email [email protected]