Description
Pre-requisites
None
Assessment
A summative written and practical assessment will follow the completion of this course or group of courses.
Objectives
On completion of the course learners will:
- Identify associated hazards before and during the handling of materials.
- Identify the associated risks.
- Identify and use required PPE correctly.
- Carry out an assessment of items to be handled and associated risks.
- Carry out correct lifting techniques.
- Identify alternative handling methods.
Course Topics
- The spine
- Definition of Handling
- Moving and Handling Operations Regulations and obligations
- Identification of hazards.
- Reducing the risks.
- Management responsibilities.
- Employee responsibilities.
- Lifting equipment.
- Lifting methods.
Practical
To enable maximum learning and benefit from this course, there will a number of exercises. These may be both interactive and demonstrative to enhance the learning experience.
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