Manual handling training throughout Norfolk, Suffolk and Essex
MJ Training of Lowestoft, offers professional training in manual handling, contact us for more information.
Comprehensive training
Numerous people in the UK suffer from a musculoskeletal disorder that was caused by their current or past work. More than a third of all accidents reported each year are manual handling accidents. The manual handling training offered by MJ Training provides the required information and training for organisations about the risks connected with manual handling and relate them to your business / situation. We will train your staff on how to undertake a basic risk assessment and how to ensure that the necessary control measures are put in place.
With IOSH trained trainers, we offer a high level of training to our clients throughout the south east of England. Delivering training on your site, from London, Chelmsford, Ipswich, Great Yarmouth, Norwich and beyond.
Why undertake a manual handling training course?
– Training developed by health and safety professionals to ensure maximum benefits
– Reduces the risk of staff injuries and possible compensation claims
– Reduces the requirement for covering staff being off work due to manual handling injuries
– Covers your due diligence
Manual handling training
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(Either accredited or non-accredited certificate awarded)
– Principles of Manual Handling
– Safe Moving and Handling (Loads)
Also available for those who are involved with the moving of people, in both adult and childcare:
– Moving of People Safely
– Safe Moving of People (Including Hoists)
Manual handling of loads
Incorrect manual handling is one of the most common causes of injury at work. At MJ Training, we offer a half day course in the Principles of Manual Handling. It covers all the basic principles of manual handling and provides an awareness of safe manual handling practices. This does not include any practical sessions.
For practical training using equipment in your workplace, you need the longer Safe Moving and Handling Course. For both of these courses you can achieve either the Level 2 Regulated Certificate or our own non accredited certificate.
Covering a range of topics
– Common manual handling injuries
– Manual handling laws
– Responsibilities of employers and employees
– Risk assessments
Safe movement principles associated with manual handling, including the body’s:
– Musculoskeletal system
– Centre of gravity
– Lever system
Theory of safe manual handling principles, including:
– Preparing for a lift
– Solo lifting, carrying and lowering an object
– Team manual handling
Manual handling equipment:
– Types of manual handling aids and equipment
– Maintenance and requirements for testing
We also provide training on the Safe Moving of People (Including Hoists).
Excellent training centre, they made the topic very easy to understand and very practical.
Absolutely loved the training, very enjoyable whilst learning at the same time. Made to feel very
comfortable.
The course is very useful. Thankyou.