E-learning

Manual Handling Training course provides learners with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to lift, carry, push, pull, and move loads safely in the workplace. The course aligns with the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 (MHOR) and current HSE guidance, helping organisations reduce the risk of musculoskeletal injuries and ensure compliance with UK health and safety law.

Participants learn how manual handling injuries occur, how to recognise potential hazards, and how to apply safe handling techniques that minimise strain and prevent accidents. The training also covers ergonomic principles, risk assessment processes, load management, and the correct use of handling aids.

Typical course content includes:

• Understanding manual handling and the risks associated with poor technique
• Legal responsibilities of employers and employees under MHOR 1992
• Hazard identification and manual handling risk assessment methods
• Safe lifting, lowering, carrying, pushing, and pulling techniques
• Ergonomic principles, posture awareness, and efficient body mechanics
• Proper use of manual handling equipment and aids

Training may be delivered through practical demonstrations, interactive activities, videos, or hands‑on exercises depending on the provider. The aim is to ensure learners can confidently apply safe manual handling techniques in real work environments while reducing injury risks.

Who Should Attend:
Suitable for all employees involved in moving loads—including office staff, warehouse operatives, delivery drivers, construction workers, healthcare staff, and maintenance teams.

Certification:
Learners receive a recognised certificate upon successful completion, providing evidence of compliance and competency.