Manual Handling (Global)
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Manual Handling (Global)

Echo 3 Education
Updated Feb 09, 2025

What you'll learn

  • How manual handling injuries usually occur
  • Common injury symptoms
  • Steps of a Manual Handling Risk Assessment
  • How to conduct safe lifts; e.g. Team lifts, Pushing & Pulling, Lifting from heights
  • Appropriate use of mechanical aids
Course Description

This 40 minute CPD accredited course provides and understanding of the principles of safe lifting.

 

Target Audience

All staff who lift at work.

 

Business Outcomes

MSDs commonly caused by poor lifting technique result in an average of 14 days off work. By lifting correctly organisations both fulfil legal obligations and reduce the chance of injuries to staff