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Safer Manual Handling Training
3-4 hours
Employers need to comply with the law and that means providing your employees with information and training on how to prevent back injuries from lifting and carrying. This course deals with identifying what can cause back problems in the workplace and how to move objects to avoid causing injury.
Manual Handling courses often require a visit to the workplace to see the actual lifting and moving that occurs. We also try to record photos and videos for use in the training sessions. This is because Manual Handling can be very specific to individual companies and we think the course should reflect the work your employees actually do.
| COURSE SUMMARY |
| Aims | Reduce work related back injuries at work. Understand safer ways of handling and lifting |
| Course duration | Approximately 3-4 hours |
| Attendance numbers | 12 delegates due to practical demonstrations |
| Certificate | Certificate of attendance is issued |
| Handouts | HSE Safer Handling guide |
| Venue | On-site only due to practical demonstrations |
| Prices | Please contact us for a quote |
| COURSE CONTENT |
| Back Pain |
Causes of back pain. What are the common injuries for back pain and what can individuals and work do to reduce the incidence. |
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Ergonomics |
Ergonomic principles. How to use them at work.and home to reduce the risk of back and other musculoskeletal injuries. |
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Anatomy |
Understanding the mechanics of the spine- what puts strain on the body and why. How to improve your fitness and handling ability. |
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Lifting techniques |
Demonstration of lifting + handling techniques. Look at various issues at work involved with carrying, lifting, handling |
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Workplace Issues |
Identifying possible problems at work. Workplace layout , position of load , storage of items, distance carried etc |
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Changing habits |
Changes at work- easy ways to make lifting and handling lighter. Changes in lifestyle to improve performance. |
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Practical Session |
Practical session in the workplace. Working in pairs to improve performance through feedback |
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Summary |
Verbal test/question + answer session |
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