Introduction
Improper lifting and manual handling can lead to injuries, lost productivity, and workplace accidents. This course introduces participants to the basic principles of safe manual handling and helps them understand how to lift, carry, move, and store items safely. Through simple discussions and practical examples, learners will build awareness of injury risks and gain confidence in using safer handling techniques. The program also emphasizes prevention, body awareness, and good work habits.
Course Objectives
- Understand the basics of manual handling safety.
- Recognize risks related to lifting and carrying.
- Improve awareness of safe handling techniques.
- Develop confidence in reducing strain and injury.
- Promote safer movement and storage practices.
Target Audience
- Warehouse and operational staff.
- Office staff handling files and materials.
- Maintenance and support personnel.
- Supervisors overseeing manual tasks.
- Anyone requiring introductory manual handling training.
Course Outline
- 5 Sections
- 0 Lessons
- 5 Days
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- Day 1: Introduction to Manual Handling Safety• Understanding manual handling basics.
• Why lifting safety matters.
• Common causes of handling injuries.
• Roles and responsibilities for safe handling.
• Building a prevention mindset.0 - Day 2: Recognizing Handling Risks• Identifying heavy and awkward loads.
• Understanding posture and body strain.
• Recognizing unsafe lifting conditions.
• Assessing the task before lifting.
• Reporting unsafe handling concerns.0 - Day 3: Safe Lifting Techniques• Using proper lifting posture.
• Planning movement before lifting.
• Carrying loads safely.
• Working with others during team lifts.
• Avoiding sudden twisting and overreaching.0 - Day 4: Moving and Storing Materials Safely• Safe pushing and pulling methods.
• Using basic handling aids correctly.
• Storing items safely.
• Keeping walkways clear.
• Preventing slips, trips, and strain injuries.0 - Day 5: Safe Work Habits and Course Review• Promoting safe manual handling every day.
• Learning from handling mistakes and incidents.
• Teamwork for safer movement of materials.
• Personal action planning.
• Course review and simple assessment.0
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