About this course

This course provides comprehensive training on how to safely modify environments before undertaking moving and handling tasks. It covers the importance of proper posture, the process of conducting formal and informal risk assessments, and the application of ergonomic principles to ensure tasks fit the individuals performing them. Additionally, the course includes guidelines for team handling and highlights the health implications for both workers and individuals involved in these tasks. By adhering to health and safety regulations, participants will learn to minimise the risk of injuries and promote safe handling practices in various settings.

Learning objectives

• Understand the importance of modifying the environment before performing moving and handling tasks.

• Identify common causes of stress and strain on the spine due to poor posture.

• Learn the steps to conduct both formal and informal risk assessments.

• Apply ergonomic principles to adapt tasks to individual capabilities.

• Develop effective communication and coordination strategies for team handling tasks.

• Recognise the health impacts of moving and handling on workers and individuals.

• Adhere to relevant health and safety regulations to ensure safe practices.

On completing this course you will

• Be able to modify environments to reduce risks before performing moving and handling tasks.

• Minimise stress and strain on the spine by adopting proper posture techniques.

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to ensure safety in various moving and handling scenarios.

• Utilise ergonomic principles to adapt tasks to fit individual capabilities effectively.

• Implement clear communication and coordination strategies for team handling activities.

• Understand the physiological impacts of moving and handling on the body and ways to mitigate them.

• Follow health and safety guidelines to maintain a safe working environment for all participants.

This course is suitable for

• Individuals responsible for moving and handling tasks in various settings, such as healthcare, logistics, and manual labour.

• Team leaders and supervisors overseeing staff involved in moving and handling activities.

• Health and safety officers aiming to improve workplace safety and reduce injury risks.

• Employees seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in safe moving and handling practices.

• Anyone interested in learning about ergonomics and its application in reducing physical strain during tasks.