The aim of the course

To understand the safety of workers when carrying out manual handling tasks
To state the main aims of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and associated regulations
To create a safe system of work
To understand the need for accident prevention and control

Agenda

Introduction – Why the need for training?
European and United Kingdom legislation’s
Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
Manual Handling Operations 1992
Basic facts and body mechanics
Methods of lifting
Planning for work
Assessment paper

If training is carried out on-site, a suitable room and area would be required for the theory and practical section

COURSE DURATION - 4 HOURS MAX