Introduction to Manual Handling

CIEH Principles of Manual Handling

Course Overview

This course introduces students to the hazards and risks associated with manual handling, the controls available, and what to expect from a manual handling assessment. The course highlights manual handling issues and prepares delegates to look carefully at their own work activities and contribute to the development of safer methods and tasks, in co-operation with their managers and supervisors. The course includes the practical elements of manual handling and can be certified by either the CIEH or Ouch Training Team.

Who is it for?

Any staff carrying out manual handling activities at work.

Topic areas

The process of manual handling in the workplace
Manual handling injuries and their causes
Manual handling assessment and controls
Responsibilities imposed by the Manual Handling Operations Regulations
Practical elements

The syllabus can also be tailored to suit the needs of your organisation, e.g. the particular needs of the construction industry.

Course Objectives

Successful delegates will be able to:

Explain what is meant by manual handling
Explain how manual handling can cause injury and give examples
State the principles for controlling manual handling risks and apply these in a practical context
Demonstrate a general understanding of the value and purposes of conducting a manual handling assessment and what employees can expect of such assessments
Demonstrate an understanding of the main provisions of the Manual Handling Operations Regulations

Assessment

If CIEH certification is required the course is assessed by a multiple-choice exam and successful candidates will receive a nationally recognised CIEH certificate. An Ouch attendance certificate will be issued to delegates not undertaking the CIEH exam or for those who are unsuccessful in the exam.

Duration

3 hours (1/2 day) This course can be run in-house for up to 15 delegates or individuals can attend our open courses.