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Play it Safe
Ergonomics
10 minutes
Manual handling and lifting techniques
Description
This training teaches you the correct techniques for lifting and manually handling heavy objects in the workplace. You will learn how to assess risks, adopt the right posture, and apply safe lifting methods. By the end of this course, you will be able to protect yourself and colleagues from musculoskeletal injuries.
After this course you can
- Recognise the risks associated with incorrect lifting and manual handling
- Identify the correct body posture and positioning before lifting
- Apply safe lifting techniques when handling heavy loads
- Assess a load and the surrounding environment before attempting to lift
- Describe the steps to take when a load is too heavy to lift alone
- Demonstrate awareness of workplace regulations related to manual handling
Who is it for?
This training is intended for all employees who regularly lift or manually handle heavy objects as part of their work.
