For all school staff who carry out manual handling, or who provide essential information about manual handling hazards and their control.

This course teaches learners techniques to lift, carry, push and pull objects safely within their individual capabilities. Under the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992, employers are required to take appropriate steps to reduce the risk of injury to employees.

Course objectives

• To enable participants to undertake manual tasks safely.
• To enable participants to assist in manual handling risk assessments.

Qualification gained

Chartered Institute of Environmental Health Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Manual Handling.

This training is suitable for: 

• Anyone who carries out manual handling, or who provides essential information about manual handling hazards and their control.