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Manual Handling Assessor
Duration and Venue
A half day course designed specifically to client’s requirements.
Content
The Manual Handling Regulations of 1992 as amended outline the need to make “a suitable and sufficient assessment of any hazardous manual handling operations that cannot be avoided” this course is designed to equip selected members of staff with the skills and knowledge required to make “suitable and sufficient risk assessments” with regard to manual handling and plan and implement safe working practices to avoid accidents. The modules include:
The Manual Handling Regulations and related Legislation.
Risk assessments associated with:
The task,
The load,
The working environment,
Individual capability,
Other factors, for example use of protective clothing.
Assessment and Certification
If required, assessments can be included subject to prior approval of the client. |