Manual Handling

Manual Handling Online Training Course

Our Manual Handling Online Training Course will equip you with the knowledge you need to reduce the risk of injury through manual handling tasks in the workplace.

Duration: 75 minutes

Course cost: £25.00 plus vat

Book Now

Course Overview - Why Take This Course?

Incorrect manual handling is one of the most common causes of injury at work. This online training course has been designed for those whose work involves the lifting and moving of equipment at work.

This course outlines what constitutes manual handling and covers the regulations that apply to manual handling tasks. It covers safe handling techniques and how to develop good habits in relation to manual handling. The course has been fully developed by industry professionals.

This is a full online course with no time limits, so you can pause and restart the course at your own convenience. Full audio description is provided.

Please note that this is an awareness course only, if your duties include manual handling you will also need further practical training, you can get in touch with us to arrange this.

Course Content

This online training course consists of 6 modules:

  1. What is manual handling?
  2. Manual handling regulations
  3. Safe handling
  4. Learning safe handling habits
  5. Practical manual handling solutions
  6. Use of mechanical aids

Certification

The course is accredited through Apple Group. Candidates successfully completing this training course will receive a certification approved by IIRSM (International Institute of Risk & Safety Management) and CPD (Continuing Professional Development). The certificate will be available to download on the same day.

Course Purchase Options

Free Trial Buy Now

This will allow you to access the modules to have a look at the content as a course preview.

Click on the link to purchase the course, please note all courses are plus VAT.

For businesses, Apple Group online learning can set up an account for candidates to login directly. For more information on multiple bookings and discounts please contact us.

Our 5* Reviews

Abrasive assessments, confirmation of my current skills and knowledge and understanding my responsibilities.

Bradley Tooke

Brilliant course as I had no current knowledge on the use of the equipment, although I am aware of my competency level and that I must not use abrasives in the workplace without supervision.

Richard Clarke

As a complete novice, plenty was learned on the day

John Harris

Very good course, learned a lot on the safe use and operating procedure.

Philip Garner

The course was very Informative, Richard Appleyard gave a full explanation on types of abrasives for different materials.

Gareth Oatridge

Additional Resources

Manual handling information

Find Out More

Candidate training manual

Find Out More