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CIEH Principles of Manual Handling

Enables employees to contribute to the development of safer manual handling methods and tasks.

Qualification Information
Designed for: All employees
Course duration: 2-3 Hours
Assessment method: Multiple choice test of 20 questions
Qualifications & Curriculum Authority Accredited: No
Level: 1
Suggested progression on completion: CIEH Intermediate Certificate in Supervising Health & Safety

Man hurts back while liftingOverview

This qualification introduces candidates to the hazards and risks involved in manual handling and outlines what to expect from a manual handling assessment. It will enable employees to develop safer manual handling techniques in the workplace.

Outline programme

The qualification covers the following topics:

  • The process of manual handling in the workplace
  • Manual handling injuries and the activities which cause them
  • Manual handling assessment and control options
  • Responsibilities imposed by the Manual Handling Operations Regulations