Manual Handling

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£600 (Max 15 Delegates) | Only £440 when combined with another 3 hour course in the same day

Manual Handling

Overview

Manual handling training Barrow - This 3 hour manual handling training course from Ardent Safety in Barrow is designed for anyone who performs manual handling as part of their employment. It introduces delegates to methods and safe techniques of working. All participants gain practical experience and assess the risks of manual handling. Courses can be arranged at customer premises if multiple staff require training.

Who should attend

It is a general requirement that all employees who are required to lift or carry items at work should attend a manual handling course.

Manual handling training is crucial in the workplace, as it helps prevent injuries and promotes a culture of safety. Proper training reduces the risk of musculoskeletal disorders, which are common in manual handling tasks. For instance, learning correct lifting techniques can prevent back injuries, while understanding how to assess and mitigate risks can reduce accidents related to awkward postures or heavy loads. The 3-hour manual handling training course offered by Ardent Safety, Barrow, equips employees with practical skills to handle tasks safely, protecting both their well-being and the company’s productivity. Additionally, on-site training ensures that techniques are tailored to the specific environment and needs of your team.

Course content

  • Introduction to manual handling
  • Statistics and Law
  • Manual handling hazards; Cause, symptoms and prevention
  • Principles of manual handling; TILE/LITE
  • Correct lifting techniques and pivots
  • Practical; assessing and lifting

Certification

On successful completion of the course delegates will be sent an Ardent Safety approved certificate.

Location

This course is located at our training suite at Trinity Enterprise Centre, Ironworks Rd, Barrow-in-Furness. We can also train at your site upon request.

Contact us today to find out more or book this course. There is further information on the laws surrounding manual handling in the workplace here on the HSE website: read more.

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