Half-Day Manual Handling Training – Course Content

A half-day manual handling course is designed to give learners the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to move objects safely and prevent injury. Typical content includes:

Understanding Manual Handling

• Definition of manual handling

• Employer and employee responsibilities

• Relevant health & safety legislation (HSE guidance, Manual Handling Operations Regulations)

• Common workplace injuries and how they occur

Risk Assessment Basics

• Identifying manual handling hazards

• TILE / TILEO assessment (Task, Individual, Load, Environment, Other factors)

• How to assess and reduce risk before lifting

Safe Handling Techniques

• Correct lifting and lowering methods

• Pushing and pulling techniques

• Team lifting principles

• Avoiding twisting, stooping, and awkward postures

Anatomy & Injury Prevention

• Understanding the spine and musculoskeletal system

• Causes of strains, sprains, and back injuries

• Importance of posture, stability, and balance

Practical Manual Handling Exercises

• Demonstration of proper lifting techniques

• Learner practice with supervision

• Safe use of workplace handling aids (e.g., trolleys, dollies, sack trucks)

Good Workplace Practice

• Planning the lift

• Safe storage and load organisation

• Importance of good housekeeping

• When NOT to lift and how to seek assistance