Manual handling is any activity that includes lifting or putting down, pulling or pushing, carrying or supporting or moving an object, person, child or animal, using the hand or any other part of the body.
Don’t assume that manual handling only applies when items are lifted, it could be any movement of an object.
Including:
- Health and Safety Regulations
- Responsibilities of Employer/Employee
- Statistics
- Anatomy and Physiology of the spine
- Muscles of the back
- Resulting injuries
- Tips to Prevent Accidents
- Safe Work Practices
- The general principles of moving
- Applying the principles of moving
- Appropriate Handling Aids
- Risk Assessment
- How planning reduces risks
- Practice
The course is suitable for anyone – individuals can book on scheduled dates but we can arrange a special date at our premises or yours for 4 or more candidates.
The syllabus can be adjusted for most lifestyle/work place situations and an up-to-date course handbook is issued to each candidate.
Manual Handling Training Course (3 Hours) cost: £60.00 per person. (VAT to be applied at current rate)
We also have special group rates on application. Most scheduled courses commence at 9 a.m, full details of course timings is provided with the booking confirmation.
If you have any questions on the Manual Handling Training Course (3 Hours) delivered by P & K Training Services, or would like to discuss a group discount please contact us on 01553 692045, or get in touch via email angela@pktrainingservices.co.uk. We look forward to hearing from you.