This in-depth eLearning course is designed to provide essential training on safe manual handling practices, helping employees reduce the risk of injury and ensure compliance with workplace safety regulations. The course is structured across five modules, covering everything from basic concepts to advanced lifting techniques, while emphasizing the legal responsibilities of both employers and employees.

Key modules include:

1. Module 1: Introduction to Manual Handling

- Learn what manual handling involves and the risks associated with poor practices.

- Understand the key concepts and get a knowledge check to reinforce learning.

2. Module 2: Legislation

- Overview of the Safety, Health, and Welfare at Work (SHAWW) Act, including the duties of employers and employees.

- Explore the Manual Handling of Loads Regulations under the General Application Regulations 2007, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.

3. Module 3: Risk Assessment

- Understand how to conduct a proper risk assessment using the TILE template (Task, Individual, Load, Environment).

- Develop an action plan to manage identified risks, focusing on good housekeeping for safety.

4. Module 4: Physical Concerns and Health

- Learn about the musculoskeletal system and how manual handling can impact it.

- Discover how to prevent musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), one of the most common injuries from poor manual handling practices.

5. Module 5: Safe Lifting Techniques

- Master safe techniques for lifting, carrying, and pushing loads, with specific instructions on lifting from a height and team lifting.

- Learn the advantages of pushing over pulling and how to apply these techniques in different scenarios.

Course Benefits:

- Legal Compliance: Gain a clear understanding of your responsibilities under workplace safety laws.

- Risk Reduction: Learn how to minimize manual handling risks through proper techniques and risk assessments.

- Health and Safety: Protect yourself and your team from injury by learning safe lifting, carrying, and moving techniques.

This course is ideal for employees in sectors such as construction, logistics, manufacturing, and healthcare, where manual handling is part of daily operations. By the end of the course, learners will be equipped with the knowledge to reduce injury risks and create a safer workplace.