Manual Handling and Lifting - HS004

Course Summary 
This course is intended for all staff interested in learning how to lift and shift heavy objects, on a regular basis or from time to time, without sustaining any injury. 

 

Duration 
2 hours. 

 

Delivery
This is an in-person classroom-based course. 

 

Delegates  
This course is open to all staff. 

 

Summary Outcome / Content 

• Define “manual handling” 

• Understand the lumbar spine anatomy 

• Appreciate the benefits and damage of good and bad lifting technique 

• Understand and demonstrate good manual handling 

• Apply good handling techniques in their own workplace