23HSF - Manual Handling (Objects) Awareness

Content:

This course provides delegates with a greater awareness of the risks associated with poor handling techniques and covers safe object moving and handling, as well as providing opportunities to put the techniques learnt into practice.  A variety of training methods are employed, including tutor led discussion, individual and group activities and practical work.

The session will cover:

• legal responsibilities
• implications of litigation
• principles of ergonomics
• spinal structure and mechanics
• musculoskeletal injuries
• principles of load management
• importance of team work
• assessment of risk prior to movement
• selecting and use of appropriate aids and equipment

Expected Impact on School/Setting:

By the end of the course delegates will be able to:

• identify injuries and ill health associated with poor manual handling
• identify employee responsibilities with regards to manual handling
• identify the steps in a TILE assessment
• identify safe manual handling techniques
• demonstrate safe manual handling techniques in a variety of situations

Target Group:  All staff

Course Deliverer:  HSF Training Ltd

Cost:  1 Free place to those in SWD Buy-Back - £40.00 to others