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Business
Core Principles of Manual Handling
time6-10hrs
timeadvanced level
This course aims to teach you about manual handling principles and practices. We cover the critical aspects of safe manual handling, including risk assessment and control measures. You will also learn proper lifting, pushing, and pulling techniques and specific challenges of manual handling in various work environments and populations. Also, you will explore several manual handling equipment to enhance your capabilities. Signup today.
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Core Principles of Manual Handling
Master the principles of manual handling for safety and efficiency at the workplace with this free online course.
This course aims to teach you about manual handling principles and practices. We cover the critical aspects of safe manual handling, including risk assessment and control measures. You will also learn proper lifting, pushing, and pulling techniques and specific challenges of manual handling in various work environments and populations. Also, you will explore several manual handling equipment to enhance your capabilities. Signup today.
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Module 1
7 Lessons
Practical Manual Handling Techniques
This module will teach you about manual handling, its significance, legal requirements and risk assessment. You will also learn proper lifting, pushing and pulling strategies and how to prevent injuries while pushing and pulling heavy objects. Lastly, we will explore manual handling in specific work environments such as healthcare, retail, etc.
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1.Learning Outcomes
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2.Understanding Manual Handling Principles
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3.Risk Assessment and Controls
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4.Lifting and Carrying Techniques
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5.Pushing and Pulling Techniques
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6.Manual Handling in Specific Work Environments
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7.Lesson Summary
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Module 2
6 Lessons
Specialized Manual Handling Applications
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Module 3
1 Lessons
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