Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling Course

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Categories: Manual Handling Training

£92 per delegate. This may be less for special offers on specific course dates and in-company training courses

Duration: 1 day

Trainer: F846TE

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Course Overview
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The Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling is a regulated and nationally recognised
qualification designed for those who work, or intend to work, in a role that involves manual handling. It
is the perfect course for those working in a variety of environments including warehouses and shops.

Successful candidates will learn the key principles of manual handling and how to apply these to their
workplace. They will also practise a wide range of techniques, ensuring that they leave the course
confident and proficient in moving and handling.

What’s Covered?

• Common manual handling injuries
• Manual handling laws
• Responsibilities of employers and employees
• Risk assessments
• Safe movement principles associated with manual handling, including the body’s:
- Musculoskeletal system
- Centre of gravity
- Lever system
• Manual handling equipment:
- Types of manual handling aids and equipment
- Maintenance and requirements for testing
• Manual handling practical sessions:
- Solo lifting, carrying and lowering an object
- Team manual handling
- Using equipment

The course either has new dates in data loading, or is only run as a dedicated or In Company course.

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