The latest figures from the Health & Safety Executive reveals that 4.9 million working days are lost each year to back pain at an estimated annual cost to the economy of £5 Billion.
We believe the SOLUTION comes from prevention of the risks through the understanding of the risks and Kinetic / Ergonomic principles we can apply throughout the handling activities we carry out both at home & at work.
Course Summary
Learn the techniques of safe manual handling and lifting.
On completion of the course you will understand the statutory requirements and the need for safety training. The course covers the concepts of human kinetics and human physiology in particular the structure of the human spine and its components, facts on backs and lifting, posture, hand mechanics, lifting, pushing and pulling, handling problems, strain and accident prevention, use of available mechanical handing equipment / lifting aids etc. and much more.
Course Objectives |
To teach the principles of Human Kinetics, the relevant job safety knowledge involved in Kinetic Handling, and the correct methods of manual lifting, carrying and lowering various loads and objects.
This course meets the relevant statutory requirements of the Employer in respect of the provision of adequate training for these applications, and is based upon The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 (MHOR 92) |
Course Duration |
½ or full day depending upon applications, maximum 10 x candidates per course. |
Machine Specification |
Applicable lifting aids |
Course Content |
Classroom based theory training to inform candidates of the relevant legislation / statutory requirements (HASWA 1974, MHOR 92, PUWER 98, LOLER 98 etc), raise awareness of site safety including the need to carry out risk assessments on the job to be done & load to be handled or moved, and the intended use of any lifting aids provided by the employer.
Information on weight limits & guidelines, together with practical demonstrations followed by supervised practice of correct manual handling techniques in a range of different lifting scenarios. |
Course Certification |
On successful completion of a theory test consisting of both open and multiple choice questions, and practical assessment using a progressive assessment report, successful candidates will receive a Certificate of Training in Basic Practical Skill and Ability. |
Course Documentation |
Training Records and Nationally recognised & registered Certification (Either ITSSAR or NPORS) with Photo ID Card forwarded to Employer. |
Course Manuals |
Comprehensive Course Manual and Safety Code issued to each candidate. |
Course Location |
On-site at Customers premises or other nominated venue. |
Staff Instructors |
All Safe-T-Solutions instructors are accredited by the appropriate accrediting body and are also fully experienced, trained, tested and certificated on manual handling operations. |
Course Pricing |
£55.00 per candidate
(Minimum Instructor rate of £250.00 per session) |
For More Details: |
Please note that the full syllabus contains additional information about this course and can be obtained by email using our contact form. |
To Book: |
Call now : 01778 561161
Fax us on: 01778 561161
Email us on:enquiries@safe-t-solutions.co.uk |
All prices quoted are exclusive of VAT
