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What you will get:
- Immediate Start
- Access to 4 Modules
- Access to Theory Test
- Self Assessment
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Manual Handling Awareness Certificate
(Online Theory-Based Training)
- 24/7 Access to our platform
- Unlimited Exam Attempts
- Access on mobile, tablet, or desktop
- Dedicated Support
- Following the latest standards
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Trusted by 300 000 learners
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Fully accredited courses
All instructors are City & Guilds–qualified, delivering training that meets UK and international standards.
All training is developed in line with UK health and safety guidance.
Our instructors are City & Guilds qualified, delivering training aligned with UK industry standards.
What Will You Learn?
1
Manual Handling Injuries
Types of injury, immediate injuries and musculoskeletal
disorders.
2
Risk Assessments for Safe Manual Handling
What is a risk assessment?, who should carry out a risk
assessment?, identifying hazards, TILE, factors that
increase the risk of harm, deciding who may be harmed and
how, occupations most at risk, evaluating risks, recording
the significant findings, reviewing and updating, results
of your risk assessment.
3
Avoiding and Controlling the Risks
Employer duties, avoiding manual handling, reducing the
risk, team handling, mechanical and automation
precautions, personal protective equipment and TILE.
4
Safe Manual Handling Techniques
Lifting and lowering techniques, safe weights for lifting
and lowering, carrying, risk assessments and HSE tools,
pushing and pulling, and team handling.
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Handling Online Training.
Effortless Online Training
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training solution for individuals seeking rapid Working at
Heights training or retraining. Our course stands apart from
typical, mundane workplace safety programs. Each module is
designed to be engaging, memorable, and enjoyable. Employers
can take advantage of our cost-effective bulk pricing, while
employees can efficiently complete their training and actually
enjoy the process.
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1
Purchase the Course
After you have completed your purchase, you can start your
training immediately, from your account.
2
Start the training
You have unrestricted course access and unlimited exam
attempts until you pass all the exams.
3
Print Certificate
Once you pass all exams, you’ll instantly receive a certificate you can download and print.
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What Is the Manual Handling Training?
Manual handling training is a workplace safety program
designed to educate employees and workers about how to lift,
carry, and handle objects or materials safely to prevent
musculoskeletal injuries and related problems.
Musculoskeletal injuries, often caused by improper lifting
and handling techniques, are a significant source of
workplace injuries and can result in back pain, strains,
sprains, and other health issues.
Who Needs the Manual Handling Training?
Manual handling training is relevant for a wide range of
workers across various industries and job roles where manual
lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of objects or
materials is a routine or occasional task. Here are some
examples of workers who typically need manual handling
training:
- Construction Workers.
- Healthcare Workers.
- Warehouse Personnel.
- Agriculture Workers.
- Retail Workers.
- Office Workers.
Who Is Responsible for Manual Handling Training?
In the United Kingdom, employers are responsible for providing a safe working
environment for their employees. This includes identifying and managing
workplace hazards, carrying out risk assessments, and ensuring workers receive
appropriate health and safety training relevant to their roles.
Employers should take proactive steps to implement suitable training programmes, while employees are expected to participate in training and apply safe working practices during their day-to-day tasks.
Many job seekers also choose to complete Manual Handling training in advance of interviews. Doing so can help demonstrate an understanding of safe working practices, support induction requirements, and show a positive attitude toward workplace health and safety.
Employers should take proactive steps to implement suitable training programmes, while employees are expected to participate in training and apply safe working practices during their day-to-day tasks.
Many job seekers also choose to complete Manual Handling training in advance of interviews. Doing so can help demonstrate an understanding of safe working practices, support induction requirements, and show a positive attitude toward workplace health and safety.
What Will You Learn?
- Safety Regulations.
- Use of Equipment.
- Hazard Awareness.
- Lifting Techniques.
- Contingency Plans.
- Risk Mitigation.
How Long Is the Certificate Valid?
The standard certification for manual handling training is
typically valid for a period of three years. After this
period, individuals are typically required to undergo a
refresher course to renew their certification. This renewal
process helps ensure that individuals remain current with
the latest safety practices and regulations and continue to
work safely when performing manual handling tasks. It also
helps employers maintain compliance with legal safety
standards and reduce the risk of accidents in the workplace.
What Other Courses Should You Consider?
Businesses and workers who complete Manual Handling training
can further enhance workplace safety by considering courses
on Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Workplace First
Aid. These courses provide valuable knowledge and skills
that can complement manual handling training and contribute
to a safer work environment.
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Same-Day Certification
With Safety Courses, you won't have to go after instructors
for your paperwork or wallet cards. Through our training
system, you can receive your certificate on the same day
or learn at your preferred pace, choosing when to complete
your training.
Benefits of the Manual Handling Online Course
Cost-Effective and Convenient
In today's fast-paced world, online courses for Manual
Handling have emerged as a cost-effective and convenient
choice for completing your safety training.
Savings in Time and Expenses
By opting for our Manual Handling online training, you can
eliminate the need to schedule appointments, commute to a
training center, and invest significant sums in courses and
materials. This is especially advantageous when traditional
offline training facilities may be constrained by limitations
in human resources.
Control Over Learning
Selecting Manual Handling online training offers exceptional
flexibility. Participants can commence their training at a
time that suits them best and enjoy complete control over the
course content. Online courses for Manual Handling allow
learners to pause, resume, and revisit sections of the
training, ensuring a thorough understanding of the material,
even if it wasn't fully mastered on the initial attempt.
Training someone else?
With our easy-to-use system, you can train your entire workforce
with just a few clicks.
User Invitation System
Easy to use Invitation System. You can choose between
Individual and Group Training Options and train your entire
workforce with just a few clicks.
Centralized User Management
Easily manage your worker information and provide them
secure access to all your course training.
Group Training
Create and implement an online group training system for
your in-house training programs.
Certificate Management
Track your workers training progress, download a copy of
their certificate and renew their safety training program
directly from your account.
Sub Accounts
Do you have a large company with different branches? Add
subaccounts to every branch so they can manage their own
programs.
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Our Support Team is available through email or WhatsApp chat, and all tickets are resolved within 1 hour during working hours.
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Manual Handling Training FAQs
Manual Handling Practical Demonstration (Optional)
Please note:
This course includes an optional practical element designed to reinforce safe
manual handling techniques alongside the theory-based training.
This practical element is included as good practice to help reinforce learning,
particularly for higher-risk manual handling tasks.
After completing the theory modules and passing the online test, learners may
choose to upload a short optional video demonstrating safe lifting technique
using a box or any suitable object. The video should be
no longer than 1 minute and the file size must be
under 100MB.
Practical manual handling training is not legally required in the UK,
but is widely considered good practice in many workplaces.
Do I need to pay additional charge for practical part?
You do not need to pay any additional charges for the practical part. The course price you've already paid covers both the theory and self-assessment components, as well as the practical part.
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Is there a specified time limit for finishing the training?
No, there is no time limit.
Can I take a course from a mobile device?
Yes, you can. Our courses are compatible with a wide range of devices, including mobile phones, tablets, and laptops.
How can I find my certificate?
If you have enrolled with safety-courses.co.uk, retrieving your certificate is a straightforward procedure. All you need to do is log in to your account, which can be accessed from the upper right-hand corner of our website. From there, you have the convenience of downloading a copy of your certificate whenever you require it.
What payment methods are currently accepted?
We currently accept Visa Credit and Debit Cards, along with Mastercard Credit and Debit Cards as valid forms of payment.
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By contacting your bank, you can gain insights into the exact reason for the payment decline and receive instructions on how to resolve the issue.
What's Included with Your Payment?
Our courses are structured into modules and testing segments.
When you make a purchase on safety-courses.co.uk, your payment grants you access to the full course. Upon successful completion of the course, you'll be awarded a certificate that acknowledges your successful fulfillment of the theoretical training and assessment specific to that particular course.
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