Manual Handling of Objects

The Manual Handling Operations Regulations do not set any weight limits for lifting and carrying loads and amendments in 2002 clearly now require employees to have adequate or appropriate knowledge or training. The Regulations will apply to nearly all work activities from offices to care homes and factories. There will be different risks associated with different sectors and the HABC Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling offers learning outcomes which are suitable for all. The qualification provides an effective means of ensuring that employees are aware of their responsibilities and have understood the principles of the safe moving and lifting of loads.

Course Details

Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling Qualification Number: 501/1772/5 The Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling is intended as an introduction to moving and handling activities for those starting work, returning to work or needing specific training in manual handling as well as being a suitable qualification for refresher training.

Who Should Attend

People whose work involves moving loads and where workplace risk assessments highlight the need for training.
Manual handling training should form part of every new employee’s induction.
The Manual Handling Operations Regulations place a duty on every employer to reduce the potential injury from manual handling operations
Personal Development

Course Content

This unit provides fundamental knowledge and understanding of workplace manual handling safety and the procedures required to reduce the risk of injury caused by poor manual handling practices.

Understand the reasons for safe manual handling.
Understand how manual handling risk assessments contribute to improving health and safety.
Understand the principles, types of equipment and testing requirements associated with manual handling safety.
Be able to apply safe manual handling principles.

Certificate

On successful completion of the course, the delegate will receive a certificate. This is valid for three years

Groups at your venue or you can use ours free of charge

We operate a minimum of 8 people on any onsite course. However if you have less than 8, please contact us for more information.

Minimum Group of 6
Maximum Group of 16