This qualification introduces candidates to the hazards and risks involved in manual handling and outlines what to expect from a manual handling assessment. It will enable employees to develop safer manual handling techniques in the workplace.
Outline programme
The qualification covers the following topics:
The process of manual handling in the workplace
Manual handling injuries and the activities which cause them
Manual handling assessment and control options
Responsibilities imposed by the Manual Handling Operations Regulations
Candidates are assessed at the end of the day by a test consisting of 30 multi-choice questions.
Course certification: On successful completion of the course delegates will be awarded the CIEH Level 2 Award in Principles of Manual Handling.
Course duration: 3 hours
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