Manual Handling Course
Do your employees lift, lower, carry, push, or pull loads? The Manual Handling Course provides them with the knowledge and practical skills they need to handle loads safely and efficiently and meets the requirements of the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 (MHOR).
Our manual handling training is available online and in person, offering flexibility to suit your organisation’s needs. The online course is interactive and easy to follow, while our in-person training provides hands-on guidance from experienced health and safety consultants.
Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the risks of manual handling and learn practical strategies to minimise risks.
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Manual Handling Course
£25
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Ways to Study
Online
You can study whenever and wherever suits you. The Manual Handling Course is delivered through our SHINE platform to your own learning management system via SCORM.
Virtual Classroom
Combine the benefits of face-to-face and online learning. Our experienced health and safety trainers deliver training virtually. You also benefit from access to our online resources.
In-person
If you would like to deliver training to a group, a health and safety trainer can visit your workplace or another location that suits you.
Course aims
Manual handling accounts for 17% of workplace injuries and contributes to slips, trips and falls which make up over a third of reported accidents at work. It is therefore crucial that employees understand how to reduce the risks of manual handling for their own safety and the efficiency of your organisation.
By the end of manual handling training, employees will be able to prevent manual handling injuries by:
- Recognising common manual handling hazards.
- Assessing potential hazards.
- Identifying the most appropriate manual handling techniques to control particular risks.
- Applying the most appropriate manual handling techniques.
- Understanding how and when to avoid manual handling.
- Identifying when to seek expert guidance for safe manual handling.
- Understanding both an employee’s and employer’s legal responsibilities.
What are the benefits of Manual Handling training?
- Enables employees to recognise high-risk manual handling tasks and determine when lifting can be avoided or automated.
- Provides step-by-step guidance on assessing risks and implementing safe handling techniques, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.
- Created and delivered by highly qualified, experienced health and safety consultants.
- Follows Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidance.
- Complies with the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 (MHOR).
- No previous experience is required.
Who should take this course?
The Manual Handling Course is designed for all employees who may engage in manual handling at work.
The course gives employees an awareness and understanding of risks to help them meet their health and safety responsibilities under the law. They will understand how to adhere to the controls and safety measures put in place by their employer and why it is important.
For office workers we offer a specialist course, Manual Handling in the Office.
Course duration
The manual handling course online takes approximately 25 – 30 minutes to complete. Face-to-face training takes half a day (approximately 3.5 – 4 hours).
Course Overview
1. Introduction
What an employer’s and employee’s duties are under the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 (MHOR).
2. Defining the problem
What manual handling is. How many injuries occur as a result of manual handling. What the most common injuries are. How to identify high-risk tasks and activities.
3. Avoiding
How to recognise when manual handling can be avoided and when the process can be automated. What practical steps can be taken to reduce the risk of injury.
4. Assessing
How to assess a manual handling task before starting. Who to involve in a manual handling assessment and when to seek specialist advice. What records must be kept.
5. Reducing the risk
How to reduce a risk ‘as far as is reasonably practicable’ with practical information about safely handling loads.
How to apply practical manual handling techniques and plan ahead.
Assessment
At the end of the online manual handling training course there are 10 multiple choice questions to answer, and the pass mark is 80%.
Certificate
If you complete the course on SHINE, you will receive a certificate which is downloadable as a PDF file.
Start your learning adventure
Our offering provides three options for learning, catering to diverse preferences and needs. Whether you prefer the flexibility of eLearning, the immersive experience of virtual classes, or the in-person interaction of traditional learning, we have you covered. With our range of learning options, you can choose the method that suits your lifestyle and learning style best.
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- Flexibility – complete at your own pace
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Classroom Learning
- Collaboration – train alongside your colleagues
- Time-efficient – complete learning at your premises
- Team building opportunity
Manual Handling FAQs
Is this course relevant for office-based employees?
Yes, this course focuses on manual handling in various work environments, but we also offer a specialist course, Manual Handling in the Office, tailored specifically to the risks associated with office work, such as lifting boxes, moving equipment, or pushing chairs.
Can this training be tailored to the specific needs of our organisation?
Yes, we can customise the course to reflect the specific manual handling tasks and risks relevant to your organisation.
How often do employees need to refresh their manual handling training?
While there is no strict legal requirement on how often training should be refreshed, it is recommended that employees update their manual handling knowledge every 1-3 years, or whenever significant changes are made to their role or workplace environment.
Is there a discount if I need to train a large team?
Yes, we offer volume discounts for businesses that need to train multiple employees. Please contact us to discuss your requirements, and we can provide pricing based on your team size.
How quickly can this training be rolled out to my team?
Once purchased, the course can be accessed immediately through our SHINE platform or integrated into your existing LMS, allowing employees to begin training right away.
How will this course help us meet legal requirements?
The course is designed to comply with the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 (MHOR) and follows Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidance. It helps ensure that employees can recognise risks and follow safe handling practices, reducing the likelihood of injuries and accidents.
Do we need this training if we use equipment for lifting and moving?
Yes, even with lifting equipment, employees may still need to manually handle items at various points. This training helps employees understand when manual handling can be avoided and teaches safe techniques for those situations where it is necessary.
What kind of support can I expect if I encounter issues with the course?
We offer full technical support to ensure a
smooth experience, whether you’re using our SHINE platform or integrating the
course into your LMS. Additionally, our customer support team is available to
answer any questions related to course content or compliance.
What happens if someone fails the course
assessment?
Participants who don’t pass the assessment on their first attempt can review the course material and retake the assessment. The course is designed to support learning, with interactive elements and quizzes to reinforce understanding throughout.
Can I monitor employee progress throughout the training?
Yes, if using the SHINE platform, you can track employees’ progress, view completion rates, and download certificates for compliance records.
On your LMS, or ours.
Manual Handling Training:
- Created and delivered by highly qualified and experienced health and safety consultants, ensuring expert guidance on safe manual handling practices.
- Supports organisations in meeting their legal duties under the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 (MHOR) by promoting safe lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling techniques.
- Provides practical strategies to reduce the risk of manual handling injuries, helping to prevent musculoskeletal disorders and improve workplace efficiency.
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Simon Neal, Head of Occupational Health and Safety UK at Ericsson
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