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CIEH Principles of Manual Handling

This qualification is aimed at those who carry out manual handling at work, introducing candidates to the risks of manual handling and the controls available. This course is suitable for all employees who handle materials, boxes, mail and packages including both industrial and office workers.

Course Content

  • The process of manual handling in the workplace
  • Manual handling injuries and the activities which cause them
  • Manual handling assessment and the control options
  • Responsibilities imposed by the manual handling operations regulations

Outcomes

On completion of this course candidates will be able to:

  • Identify the hazards of manual handling
  • Identify the risks involved and controls available
  • Identify what to expect from a manual handling assessment

Duration and Certification

This is normally conducted as a half-day session with a multiple-choice examination at the end. Following successful completion candidates will be awarded a certificate from CIEH.

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