Manual Handling

Course information

One in three workplace injuries in Australia are caused by poor manual handling practices, with inexperienced and untrained workers being most at risk. These injuries can have a major impact on businesses and employees, causing personal pain and suffering, organisational costs and financial loss to employees.

A practical understanding of how to identify and assess risks and correctly handle objects is crucial to preventing manual handling related injuries in the workplace.

This interactive course provides learners with the skills and knowledge required to apply effective and safe manual handling practices within their organisation.

The course covers:

• Identification, assessment and elimination of hazards and risks
• Correct manual handling techniques and postures
• Manual handling compliance
• Employer and employee responsibilities and duty of care
• Safe work practices

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