Course

Duration

1 day

Awarding Body

NPORS

Starts

Ends

Manual Handling

Description

By the end of this course, learners are expected to:

  • Develop a basic understanding of the construction industry, the associated hazards, and their responsibilities as operatives.
  • Define manual handling, identify the main causes of manual handling injuries, and understand the importance of manual handling training.
  • Explain the structure and function of the human spine.
  • Describe the role of intervertebral discs.
  • Understand the impact of static loading and the risks associated with team lifting.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of both formal and dynamic risk assessments.
  • Identify and correctly use appropriate PPE for manual handling tasks.
  • Carry out essential safety checks within the work environment.
  • Describe and apply safe manual handling techniques, including the use of mechanical aids.

Course Aims

The course is designed to equip learners with the essential knowledge and practical skills to safely apply manual handling techniques within a construction environment, in accordance with the requirements set by the awarding body.

Achievement Assessment

  1. The theory assessment includes five written response questions and 20 multiple-choice questions, focusing on the safe practice of manual handling within the construction industry.
  2. The practical assessment covers:
    • Conducting a risk assessment

Funding Available

No funding is available for this training.

Course Calendar

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1 July 2024

Manual Handling

1 spaces 

2 July 2024

Manual Handling

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1 August 2024

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10 spaces 

2 August 2024

Manual Handling

10 spaces 

2 September 2024

Manual Handling

10 spaces 

3 September 2024

Manual Handling

10 spaces 

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