It is important that manual handling is done correctly to avoid injury.  Taking this assessment will give you the practical knowledge you need to understand the risks involved if you handle items incorrectly.

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This is a half day course but in that time you'll learn the skills of manual handling with background theory and practice. You'll look at the types of injuries caused by incorrect handling and how to stay safe when performing tasks.

Course sessions:

• Introduction to manual handling

• Manual handling and the law

• The musculoskeletal system

• Mechanics of movement

• Types of manual handling injuries

• Risk assessment

• Control measures for reducing the risks of harm

• Principles of safer handling

• Manual handling equipment.

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