Enables employees to contribute to the development of safer manual handling methods and tasks
Overview
This qualification introduces candidates to the hazards and risks involved in manual handling and outlines what to expect from a manual handling assessment. It will enable employees to develop safer manual handling techniques in the workplace.
Outline programme
The qualification covers the following topics:
- The process of manual handling in the workplace
- Manual handling injuries and the activities which cause them
- Manual handling assessment and control options
- Responsibilities imposed by the Manual Handling Operations Regulations
Qualification information
This course will soon be re-issued as "CIEH Level 2 Award in Principles of Manual Handling". If you are interested in pre-viewing the information about the new course, please download the documents below:
This qualification can also be delivered with a practical addition as the Level 2 Award in Manual Handling – Principles and Practice.