Manual Handling Training

Manual Handling Course Overview

The CPD-certified online Manual Handling training course equips learners with the knowledge and confidence to handle workplace loads safely and effectively. Poor manual handling is one of the leading causes of workplace injuries, so developing the right skills is crucial for both wellbeing and organisational productivity. This programme provides practical guidance that can be applied immediately, helping participants understand how to protect themselves and others from unnecessary risk.

Key topics include identifying risks associated with manual handling, understanding UK legislation, practising correct techniques, and using equipment effectively to reduce injuries. Learners will also explore the TILE framework (Task, Individual, Load, Environment), which offers a structured approach to assessing risks and applying safer methods. In addition, the course highlights the importance of responsibility, teamwork, and awareness in maintaining high standards of safety.

• Define manual handling and its relevance in workplace safety.
• Identify risks linked to manual handling tasks and associated injuries.
• Explore key UK legislation governing manual handling practices.
• Introduce the TILE framework for assessing manual handling risks.
• Teach safe lifting, carrying, and setting down techniques.

• Show you how to minimise strain by using correct techniques.
• Explain the benefits of using manual handling equipment effectively.
• Emphasise planning and assessing environments to prevent hazards.
• Provide tips for managing awkward, bulky, or hazardous loads.
• Encourage implementing best practices to maintain long-term safety.