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MANUAL HANDLING TRAINING

Manual Handling what is it?

Movement or support of any load by physical effort: Lifting, putting down, pushing, pulling, carrying. This includes using mechanical aids, such as trucks or trolleys and includes moving live loads etc.

Whats Included?

  • The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 (HSW ACT)
  • The Provision & Use of Work Equipment Reg 1998 (PUWER)
  • Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations1992
  • What constitutes a Manual Handling?
  • Manual Handling injuries
  • Kinetic Lifting Main Features
  • Good Handling Techniques
  • Team Handling
  • Classroom & Practical Demonstrations and Exercises
  • Understanding the correct methods behind manually lifting and moving items
  • Making a simple risk assessment before manually handling any object
  • Consider whether using a mechanical aid, would be more appropriate
  • To minimise that risk of accidents and injuries to its lowest level
  • Recognising & Assessing a Manual Handling Task
  • Theoretical knowledge assessment
  • Practical Training & Assessment

Courses Applicable

Novice

Manual handling

1 – 8 Candidates

Manual handling

1 Day

Experienced

Manual handling

1 – 8 Candidates

Manual handling

1 Day

Conversion

Manual handling

1 – 8 Candidates

Manual handling

1 Day

Refresher

Manual handling

1 – 8 Candidates

Manual handling

1 Day

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Stop Accidents & Deaths

Under UK law, forklift operation is not just about skill – it’s a legal responsibility.

The main laws covering forklift operations include:

  • Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 – Sets out the duty of care employers have to protect their staff, visitors, and anyone affected by their work.

  • Provision & Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER 1998) – Requires all work equipment (including forklifts) to be suitable, well maintained, and only used by trained people.

  • Lifting Operations & Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER 1998) – Ensures that lifting equipment and attachments are strong, stable, and inspected regularly.

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  • Overturning – Often caused by sharp turns, speeding, or uneven ground.
  • Collisions with pedestrians – A leading cause of workplace injuries when walkways aren’t clearly marked or drivers aren’t alert.
  • Overloading or unstable loads – Loads that are too heavy or poorly stacked can tip, fall, or destabilise the truck. & More

RTITB Accredited & NORS Registered

All our accredited courses include NORS registration (National Operator Registration Scheme) – giving operators an official record of their training and proof of qualification that employers can easily verify.

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What Makes This Important:

  • Provides secure, centralised proof of training recognised across the UK
  • Makes refresher training and re-certification easier to track
  • Reduces admin for employers – no lost certificates or training records
  • Shows compliance with industry standards and HSE expectations
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