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Basics of Manual Handling in the Workplace
Everyone performs the lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying of items. This course teaches you about proper manual handling to maintain good health in a working environment. We look at the different techniques and safe weight lifting and lowering for both men and women. Find out the risks of poor lifting methods, correct postures for lifting loads and carry out risk assessments. In addition, learn the legal duties of employers and employees.
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Basics of Manual Handling in the Workplace
Learn how to safely lift an object and reduce the risk of injuries during manual handling in this free online course.
Everyone performs the lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying of items. This course teaches you about proper manual handling to maintain good health in a working environment. We look at the different techniques and safe weight lifting and lowering for both men and women. Find out the risks of poor lifting methods, correct postures for lifting loads and carry out risk assessments. In addition, learn the legal duties of employers and employees.
5 Lessons
Manual Handling
In this module, you will learn the different types of manual handling and injuries resulting from it. Discover the strategies for managing risk in the workplace, why risk assessment is essential and the safe lifting techniques.
1.Learning Outcomes
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2.Introduction to Manual Handling
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3.Manual Handling Hazards and Risk Assessment
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4.Control and Risk Reduction
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5.Lesson Summary
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