Reduce strain by improving how work is planned.
Manual handling injuries are rarely solved by lifting technique alone. Effective training considers the task, the load, the environment, individual capability and the availability of mechanical assistance. We teach delegates how to assess the situation before moving an item and how to use safer methods in practice.
Where appropriate, sessions can incorporate the actual loads, equipment and working areas used by your team.
Course content
Injury and risk factorsUnderstanding common causes of musculoskeletal harm.
Dynamic assessmentChecking the task before and during the move.
Safer techniqueStable posture, controlled movement and team handling.
Mechanical aidsSelecting and using equipment effectively.
Work designReducing handling through layout and process changes.
Reporting concernsRecognising limitations and escalating unsafe tasks.
Task-specific delivery
For higher-risk or repetitive activities, we can focus training on the work itself. This may include observation, discussion of constraints and practical coaching using representative loads. The aim is to establish methods that are both safer and operationally realistic.
Learning outcomes
- Improved recognition of manual handling risk factors
- Better pre-task judgement and use of assistance
- Safer, more consistent handling techniques
- Greater confidence to stop and reassess unsuitable tasks