Manual Materials Handling
Manual materials handling training is required under Regulation 13 of the 1993 (General Application Regulations) and 1993 Manual Handling Regulations. This training programme is aimed at providing all persons at work with proper techniques when lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, moving, supporting and placing a load at its final destination. It provides employees with information handouts and practical instruction in safer Manual Handling Techniques.
COURSE OVERVIEW
Duration: 5.5 hours
Participants: max 15
Location: On-site at customers premises
COURSE CONTENT
- Legislative Requirement
- Injury Incidence
- Anatomy
- Back Pain
- Repetitive or Cumulative Strain
- Risk Assessment
- T.I.L.E. – risk assessment of Task, Individual, Load, Environment
- Load – Biomechanics
- Work Environment – Ergonomics
- Individual Capability
- Flexibility
- Practical Manual Handling