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Manual Handling Operations Regulations
It has long been recognized that manual handling of loads at work is a significant contributor to the number of workplace injuries - statistics suggest about a quarter of all reported accidents are attributed to manual handling.
The Manual Handling Operations Regulations established a clear hierarchy of measures to reduce the risk of injury during manual handling tasks. There are legal responsibilities on organizations and managers to ensure conformity with the regulations.
Aims:
To develop the knowledge needed establish systems that will ensure compliance with the Regulations.
Participants:
Anyone responsible for the authorization of manual handling operations or who is responsible for supervising staff involved in manual handling tasks.
Objectives:
By the end of the course participants will be able to:
- Identify the requirements placed on organizations and managers under the Manual Handling Operations Regulations;
- Develop and implement systems which ensure conformity with the Regulations for their own place of work;
- Maintain necessary systems;
- Review the performance of the systems against the requirements to ensure legal compliance.
Content:
- Appraisal of manual handling.
- Risk assessment.
- The task.
- The load.
- The working environment.
- Individual capability.
- Training programmes.
Style:
This course mixes input with group and individual discussions.
Duration:
The course lasts for one day.
Note:
This course does not teach manual handling skills.
Dates and Times
Delivered on demand at client's venue
09.30 - 16.30 or times to suit
In-House delivery
Our in-house course fee is £950 + VAT for up to 12 candidates. We will agree any other charges (room hire, trainer's travel costs, catering etc) with you before you make your booking.
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