Course Details: Online or Classroom
The Manual Handling course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge to conduct all manual handling activities in a manner that will prevent injury. The course deals with informing participants on the consequences of lifting incorrectly, the philosophy being that if persons understand the consequences of incorrect lifting they will pay more attention to lifting correctly.
Objective:
On completion of the course participants will be able to:
· Understand the consequences of incorrect lifting
· Understand the mechanics of the spine and muscular system
· Understand the 8 principles of safe lifting
Modules:
1. Introduction
2. Legislation
3. Anatomy & Injuries
4. Biomechanics
5. Principles of Safe Handling
6. Lifting Techniques
7. Conclusions
This course combines lectures on the above modules along with a number of videos on ‘How the Back Works’ and ‘How to Look After Your Back’.
Duration: 4hrs
Participation: Maximum of 12
We now offer Manual Handling Training online. Designed by Olive Safety, featuring qualified instructors, and delivered by professional presenters through an interactive platform. Learners can train almost anywhere at a pace that suits them. For more info call Olive Safety on 01 4111 011 or email info@olivesafety.ie.
B: Manual Handling Instructors Course
Olive Safety runs a comprehensive 5-day manual handling instructor and assessors programme. The course covers the complete range of topics from legal aspects to physiology, from risk assessments to training techniques, and trains those who attend the course to deliver their own presentation in a confident and professional manner.
For further information on this course please contact us on 01 4111 011.
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