Protect your workforce and prevent injuries with this practical CPD Certified and UKRLP Registered Manual Handling Training course. Designed for employees across all industries, this engaging e-learning course provides clear, step-by-step guidance on how to lift, carry, and move objects safely in the workplace. You'll learn how poor handling techniques can lead to musculoskeletal injuries, explore safe movement principles, and understand your legal responsibilities under health and safety law. With full audio narration, interactive visuals, and real-world scenarios, this course helps build safer habits and reduce workplace accidents. By the end, you'll know how to assess risks, use correct lifting methods, and create a culture of safety and wellbeing in your organisation.
This comprehensive course covers all essential aspects of safe manual handling:
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Introduction to Manual Handling: Understand what manual handling is, common workplace tasks involving lifting and moving, and why safe practices matter
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The Impact of Poor Manual Handling: Explore musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), back injuries, strains, and the long-term health consequences of incorrect techniques
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UK Manual Handling Legislation: Learn your legal responsibilities under the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 and employer/employee duties
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Risk Assessment for Manual Handling: Apply the TILE principle (Task, Individual, Load, Environment) to identify and evaluate manual handling risks
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Safe Lifting Techniques: Master the correct lifting posture, foot positioning, grip, and body mechanics to reduce injury risk
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Pushing, Pulling & Carrying: Learn safe techniques for moving loads horizontally, using trolleys and equipment, and maintaining control
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Handling Awkward or Heavy Loads: Understand when to seek assistance, use mechanical aids, or break down loads into manageable parts
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Using Manual Handling Equipment: Explore trolleys, sack trucks, hoists, and other aids to reduce physical strain and improve safety
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Preventing Injuries & Building Good Habits: Develop awareness of your body's limits, warm-up exercises, and strategies to maintain long-term musculoskeletal health
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Creating a Safe Handling Culture: Encourage team communication, report hazards, and promote a workplace where safety is everyone's responsibility
This course is ideal for:
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Warehouse & Logistics Staff: Learn safe lifting and moving techniques for handling stock, parcels, and heavy goods
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Healthcare Workers: Understand safe patient handling, moving equipment, and reducing injury risk in care settings
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Retail Employees: Develop skills for safely handling deliveries, restocking shelves, and moving merchandise
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Construction Workers: Apply manual handling principles to building materials, tools, and equipment on site
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Office Workers: Learn safe techniques for moving office furniture, supplies, and equipment
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Manufacturing & Production Staff: Reduce injury risk when handling components, materials, and finished products
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Hospitality & Catering Teams: Safely handle food deliveries, kitchen equipment, and event supplies
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Managers & Supervisors: Ensure your team understands manual handling risks and follows safe working practices
Upon successful completion of this course, you'll receive a professional CPD certificate that you can:
- Download instantly in PDF format
- Add to your professional portfolio and CV
- Share with employers to demonstrate your manual handling competence
- Use to meet workplace health and safety training requirements
- Display as proof of your commitment to safe working practices
Q: Is this course suitable for all industries?
A: Yes, this course covers universal manual handling principles applicable across all sectors including healthcare, retail, warehousing, construction, hospitality, and office environments.
Q: How long do I have access to the course?
A: You have lifetime access to the course materials, allowing you to revisit content whenever you need to refresh your knowledge or reference specific techniques.
Q: Does this course meet UK legal training requirements?
A: Yes, this CPD certified course covers the essential knowledge required under the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 and helps employers fulfil their duty to provide adequate training.
Q: Can employers use this for staff training compliance?
A: Absolutely. This course is designed to meet workplace training requirements and provides certificates that demonstrate employee competence in manual handling.
Q: What happens if I don't pass the exam on my first attempt?
A: You can retake the exam as many times as you need at no additional cost. There's no limit on attempts, and you can review the course materials before retaking to strengthen your understanding.
