Description
Manual Handling – Level 2
Advance your manual handling skills to reduce risks and improve safety.
Building on the basics, this Level 2 course provides a deeper understanding of manual handling risks and how to manage them effectively in the workplace. It is ideal for staff whose roles involve regular lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling, and for those responsible for ensuring safe practices are followed.
The course equips learners with the knowledge to identify hazards, assess risks, and apply safer manual handling techniques to reduce the likelihood of injury.
Key topics include:
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Legislation and employer/employee responsibilities
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Common injuries and their causes
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The principles of risk assessment in manual handling
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Safer lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling techniques
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Reducing risk through mechanical aids and workplace design
This course is suitable for employees in all industries, particularly those in manual or physically demanding roles, and is also valuable for supervisors and managers who oversee workplace safety.
✅ More in-depth than the Level 1 course
✅ Supports compliance with workplace health and safety requirements
✅ Practical, interactive online learning
Help prevent workplace injuries and promote a culture of safe working practices.
