COURSE OVERVIEW
This course will help employers comply with the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992. This course is designed for care sector staff whose work involves moving people with hoists. The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 requires all employers to carry out training for staff whose work involves moving people.
COURSE CONTENT
– Introduction to Manual Handling
– Moving safely – Techniques to avoid injury and strain Introduction to Manual Handling
– Anatomy and physiology
– Manual Handling Risk Assessment explained
– Moving and handling in special situations
– Safe use of hoists if required
– How to recognise and avoid potential problems
– Responsibilities of employers and employees
– Wellbeing of staff
– Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 and safety legislation
COURSE DURATION
3 OR 6 HOURS
MAXIMUM NUMBERS
12 DELEGATES
STUDY METHOD
CLASSROOM
LOCATION
AT YOUR WORKPLACE VENUE
CERTIFICATION
Attendance Certificate