Principles of Object Handling
Course objectives:
To provide and update staff with the latest legislation regarding manual handling. To promote a safer handling environment within the organisation through the key principles of good manual handling and safer handling techniques.
This Session Includes:
- Manual handling legislation
- Employer / Employee responsibilities
- Spinal awareness / postures
- Risk assessment
- RIDDOR
- Safe working loads
- handling techniques
Course Length:
At least 3 contact hours
Course Assessment:
Assessment is continuous
Manual Handling Training FAQs
It is suitable for staff who move, lift, carry, push or pull items as part of their role, including moving office equipment and workplace loads.
The session is at least 3 contact hours.
Assessment is continuous throughout the session.
The session covers manual handling legislation, employer and employee responsibilities, spinal awareness and posture, risk assessment, RIDDOR, safe working loads and handling techniques.
Yes. Risk assessment is included as part of the session content.
RIDDOR covers reporting requirements for workplace incidents. It is included to support safe practice and awareness of reporting responsibilities.
Yes. The session focuses on posture, safer handling techniques and safe working loads to reduce the risk of injury.
Yes. Manual handling training can be delivered to groups and tailored to common tasks and equipment used in your workplace.
No. The session is suitable for new staff and experienced teams who need an update.
If you offer onsite delivery, include: “Yes, training can be delivered at your workplace.” If you only do centres as well, add that too.
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Contact Details
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Phone: 0333 0122 999
Email: info@rcmstraining.co.uk
Resuscitation Consultancy Medical Services Ltd
86 Forest Walk
Buckley, Flintshire
CH7 3AR
Opening Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
Saturday: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
Sunday: Closed

