Office Manual Handling Training

Our Office Manual Handling Training helps organisations reduce the risks of injuries associated with lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling tasks. Injuries related to manual handling are among the most frequent causes of workplace absences.  

Manual handling in an office setting often includes tasks like moving equipment, lifting boxes of supplies, or adjusting furniture. These activities can lead to serious injuries if not performed correctly. Our course identifies the most common manual handling injuries and demonstrates effective strategies to prevent them. 

The course supports compliance with the Manual Handling Operations Regulations (MHOR) 1992 which require employers to ensure all employees are trained in manual handling. 

Course summary

The Manual Handling in the Office course from Praxis42 helps trainees understand the requirements of working safely by following the Health and Safety Executive’s Guidance notes, ‘Getting to grips with manual handling – A short guide’ (INDG 143) and ‘Are you making the best use of lifting and handling aids?’ (INDG 398).

Who should take the office manual handling course?

Office Manual Handling Training is suitable for all employees who may undertake manual handling operations within an office environment and those responsible for carrying out risk assessments.

We also offer a Manual Handling Course which is suitable for employees who undertake manual handling as a key part of their role, such as those who work in warehouses and retail.

Course duration

The Office Manual Handling Training course takes approximately 25 to 30 minutes to complete. 

Course aims

By the end of Office Manual Handling Training participants will:

• Recognise the importance of manual handling aids and know when to use them to reduce risks effectively.
• Understand an employer’s and employee’s responsibilities under the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992.
• Recognise common manual handling activities in an office environment and the associated risks.
• Be able to identify common manual handling injuries and learn strategies to minimise these risks.
• Know how to conduct manual handling risk assessments and determine when individual or group assessments are needed.

Benefits of Office Manual Handling Training 

• Reduces the risk of workplace injuries, leading to fewer employee absences and lower costs for the organisation. 
• Ensures compliance with health and safety regulations, helping to avoid legal claims. 
• Promotes a proactive safety culture which can enhance employee wellbeing and productivity. 
• IOSH Approved, CPD Certified and SCORM Compliant training. 
• Developed by qualified and experienced health and safety professionals with many years of experience in delivering training solutions. 
• Office Manual Handling Training can be completed at the participant’s own pace, at a time that suits them. 
• Interactive training to keep participants engaged throughout. 
• Multiple choice quizzes so participants can check their understanding as they go. 
• Summaries at the end of each section to enhance understanding. 

How is it delivered?

Office Manual Handling Training is delivered online or through a computer network to each trainee at their desktop, laptop or mobile device.

We can also provide the course to be integrated into a SCORM compliant LMS.

Training can be completed at the employee’s own pace by “bookmarking” and recording progress and returning to the training later.

SHINE – Compliance record keeping

The Praxis42 Digital Platform SHINE is our advanced eLearning management system and helps organisations deliver effective online learning for their employees.

A cost-effective tool for compliance record-keeping, SHINE allows you to view and manage employee training records easily. Individual training certificates can be printed as proof of compliance for audits or visits from enforcing agencies.