Who is this course for?

The course is aimed at anyone who requires a basic understanding of manual handling and how to life and carry loads correctly.

Aim

To introduce manual handling safe practices in the workplace.

Learning Outcomes

Our EUSR Manual Handling assessment based course allows us to introduce safe practices in the workplace. Delegates will be aware of the principles behind safe manual handling of loads. To lift and carry loads within their capacity using aids and assistance as required.

Delegates will learn how to state the parts of the body at risk of injury when lifting incorrectly and the injuries that may occur as a result. They will be able to demonstrate the techniques that can be applied to the manual handling of loads in order to achieve economy of effort and observe the improvements in their manual handling skills.

Delivery Method

A combination of classroom based activity, syndicate working and presentation/demonstrations and practical application. A wide range of video and photographic material is used to enhance the learning experience for delegates.

Assessment and Certification

Continual assessment process with final written question paper and practical assessment leading to EUSR certification of achievement.

Duration

3-3.5 hours