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Manual Handling Training

Master the essential techniques of safe manual handling.
Learn how to protect your spine and prevent injuries.
Understand key safety regulations and enhance workplace protection.

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Learning Outcome

Course Overview

The Manual Handling Training course is designed to educate individuals on the importance of proper manual handling techniques, particularly focusing on safe lifting and movement strategies. Understanding the risks associated with improper handling and the impact on spine health is critical, and this course offers in-depth knowledge of how the human spine functions and how to protect it from potential damage. With this understanding, participants will be equipped to identify hidden risks, address the silent damages of improper handling, and reclaim their strength through correct movement patterns.

The course emphasizes body mechanics and safety, teaching participants how to harness their body’s power zone, make safety a habit, and use light movements to reduce strain. Through practical demonstrations, learners will master the three golden rules of manual handling, explore lifting techniques, and learn the art of pushing and pulling in a safe and efficient manner.

The course also covers essential Manual Handling Operations Guidance and the relevant legislation that governs manual handling practices in the workplace. Participants will gain insights into controlling manual handling risks and minimizing the potential for injuries, including those caused by lifting in confined spaces. With this knowledge, learners will be prepared to protect themselves and others from common injuries associated with manual handling tasks.

This training is a vital resource for anyone involved in manual handling in their role. Whether you are an employee, a manager, or a health and safety officer, understanding the principles of manual handling can significantly reduce the risk of injury, increase productivity, and create a safer work environment.

Who Is This Course For?

  • Employees involved in manual handling tasks.
  • Warehouse workers and logistics personnel.
  • Health and safety officers.
  • Managers responsible for staff safety and training.
  • Construction workers handling heavy materials.
  • Office workers who may lift heavy items or use equipment.
  • Supervisors needing to ensure workplace compliance with safety standards.
  • Those seeking to improve their personal safety and avoid injuries.

Requirements

  • No prior experience or qualifications are required for this course.
  • Basic understanding of workplace safety is beneficial but not essential.

Course Instructor

Learndrive Courses

Learndrive Courses is a trusted name in professional online learning, delivering high-quality content across business, communication, healthcare, management, teaching, law, and more. This Active Listening Training course is designed by experienced instructional designers who understand how people learn, communicate, and perform in real workplace environments. Their approach focuses on practicality rather than theory, ensuring that every learner can apply the concepts in daily interactions with colleagues, clients, family, or students.

What makes this instructor exceptional is the learner-centred teaching style. The course is structured for clarity, retention, and real-life application. Concepts are explained in simple language, supported by meaningful examples, and organised to help learners build confidence gradually. Learndrive Courses focuses on skills people actually need—listening with empathy, reducing misunderstandings, building trust, supporting teamwork, and communicating without conflict. With a solid reputation for delivering professional, accessible, and career-focused training, Learndrive ensures that learners complete this course with valuable knowledge and practical communication abilities they can use immediately.

Accreditation

This course is accredited by CPDQE. The demand for professionals to engage in Continuing Professional Development is escalating, irrespective of the industry, career stage, or job function. CPD serves as an impactful mechanism for skill enhancement, maintaining the relevance of academic credentials, and strategically advancing one’s career. 

This CPDQE Certified Course will ensure that you have obtained the required CPD trainings for your professional development.

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Course Curriculum

Introduction
What is Manual Handling 00:02:00
Safe Lifting Techniques at Work 00:08:00
Lifting and Lowering Risk Fitter 00:03:00
Pushing and Pulling Risk Fitter 00:05:00
Manual Handling Tasks That are Performed while Seated 00:05:00
Understanding Spine Health and Risks
The hidden risk 00:02:00
Meet your Amazing Spine 00:01:00
The Silent Damage 00:02:00
The Toddler’s Secret 00:01:00
Reclaiming your Strength 00:02:00
Enhancing Body Mechanics and Safety
your Body’s Power Zone 00:03:00
Use a little Lite 00:03:00
Making safety a habit 00:01:00
Techniques for Safe Movement and Strength
the Three Golden Rule 00:02:00
Techniques in Action 00:04:00
the Art of Puhs and pull 00:01:00
Your Most Valuable asset 00:01:00
Manual Handling Operations Guidance & Legislation
Manual Handling Operations Guidance & Legislation 00:12:00
Controlling Manual Handling Risk at Work
Controlling Manual Handling Risk at Work 00:16:00
Injuries Resulting From Manual Handling
Injuries Resulting From Manual Handling 00:09:00
Manual Handling Safe Lifting Techniques And Skills
Manual Handling Safe Lifting Techniques And Skills 00:08:00
Manual Handling in Confined Spaces
Manual Handling in Confined Spaces 00:09:00
Study Guide
Study Guide: Safe Manual Handling.pdf 00:15:00
Assignment
Assignment of Manual Handling Training..pdf 02:00:00
Final quiz
Final Quiz: Manual Handling 00:20:00
Order Your CPDQE Certificate
Order Your CPDQE Certificate 00:01:00

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