About this training course
By its nature the definition of `Manual handling`, dictates that every employee in the state should attend and complete a manual handling course.
In essence Manual Handling is defined as “any transporting or supporting of a load, by one or more employees, and includes lifting, putting down, pushing, pulling, carrying or moving a load which, by reason of its characteristics or of unfavourable ergonomic conditions, involves risk, particularly of back injury, to employees”.
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From even the smallest and most innocuous task, to activities that require heavy or prolonged manual effort, every worker is by default `manual handling`.
There is an onus on every employer & employee to protect the physical, emotional, economic and social wellbeing of not just themselves but the entire workforce.
01. Aims
02. Learning Outcomes
Participants will learn about:
- Physical & emotional effects of good and bad manual handling techniques and principles.
- Legislative responsibilities of both employers and employees.
- Socio and economic outcomes of injury due to poor manual handling.
- Recommended best practice.
03. Who Should Attend?
04. Presenter
Course is presented by a QQI qualified trainer, with over 25 years in the service industry.
Other important information
This is a practical & interactive course, course is also delivered using audio visual methods.
A good standard of both written and verbal English is required.
On attendance and completion each participant will receive a certificate of `Basic operating skills training` – RTITB certification that lasts for three years (for legal compliance).