Course Overview:
This Manual Handling Awareness Training provides essential knowledge and skills for safely handling and moving loads in the workplace. Participants will learn how to assess risks, use correct lifting techniques, and prevent injuries associated with manual handling tasks. The course covers key topics including risk assessment, safe lifting practices, and compliance with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 in the Republic of Ireland.
Key Topics Covered:
- Risk Assessment: Identifying hazards and assessing risks associated with manual handling tasks.
- Safe Lifting Techniques: Correct posture, lifting methods, and use of leg muscles to minimize strain on the back.
- Load Management: Understanding the weight, size, and condition of loads, and how to handle uneven or heavy loads safely.
- Use of Equipment: Proper use of manual handling aids such as trolleys, wheelbarrows, and lifting devices.
- Legal Responsibilities: Compliance with manual handling regulations and employer/employee duties under Irish law.
- Injury Prevention: Recognizing the risks of manual handling and implementing measures to prevent injuries.
Who Should Attend?
- Employees involved in manual handling tasks, such as lifting, carrying, or moving loads.
- Supervisors and safety officers responsible for workplace safety.
- Anyone interested in learning safe manual handling practices to reduce the risk of injury.
Course Benefits:
- Compliance: Ensures adherence to Irish manual handling regulations and legal requirements.
- Safety: Equips participants with the skills to perform manual handling tasks safely, reducing the risk of workplace injuries.
- Confidence: Builds confidence in handling loads through practical training and risk awareness.
Certification:
Participants receive a Certificate of Training upon successful completion of the course, valid for the required period as per Irish regulations.
