Manual handling remains one of the main causes of occupational injuries within the UK and is associated with more over-three-day injuries reported to the HSE than any other occupational task.

Prevention and control of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) is currently one of HSE's major priorities and as such a new risk assessment method called the MAC tool has recently been developed, as well as a major revision of the Guidance to the Manual Handling Regulations.

This course will equip you with the knowledge to help recognise, assess and reduce manual handling risks in your organisation.

It is suited to employers and employee representatives who intend to begin the process of manual handling risk assessment and control within their companies. It will also benefit those already involved in manual handling risk reduction who require more formal or in-depth training in this subject, including training in the use of specific manual handling assessment tools.

The course will cover:

• Principles of manual handling

• Legal aspects

• Manual handling risk assessment

• Control and reduction of risk

• Risk assessment tools

• Case studies

Delegates will be expected to complete mock risk assessments and work through the MAC tool. On successful completion of the course delegates will receive a certificate.

 

Scheduled Courses:

This course is not currently scheduled in our open course programme - contact us to discuss ways in which we can deliver this in-house for your business.

Telephone 0845 838 6901
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