Manual Handling Training

Learn safe manual handling techniques, risk assessment (LITE/TILE), back care, and workplace injury prevention.

What you'll learn

Understand the fundamentals of manual handling and identify common tasks that pose physical risks across various industries.

Apply safe lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling techniques using biomechanics, ergonomics, and proper posture.

Conduct manual handling risk assessments using the LITE and TILE frameworks to recognize and reduce workplace hazards.

Promote and contribute to a strong safety culture by implementing behavior-based safety practices and effective reporting systems.

Adapt manual handling strategies to high-risk environments such as healthcare, construction, agriculture, warehousing, and education.

Requirements

No prior experience or qualifications are required—this course is suitable for complete beginners as well as experienced professionals.

Description

Do you lift, carry, or move objects at work? One wrong move can lead to injury—but the right training can prevent it. If you’re looking to protect your health, improve your handling technique, and build confidence in your daily tasks, this course is for you.This Manual Handling course is designed for workers across all industries who want to perform manual tasks safely and efficiently. Whether you’re in healthcare, construction, warehousing, agriculture, or education, the risks of improper manual handling are real—and preventable.Throughout this course, you’ll gain a deep understanding of safe manual handling principles, including correct posture, body mechanics, and injury prevention techniques. You’ll also explore essential frameworks such as LITE and TILE to help assess and manage risks before performing any task.In addition to technical skills, this training will help you support a strong safety culture in your workplace. You’ll learn how to identify hazards, report unsafe practices, and adapt handling techniques for high-risk or changing environments.By the end of the course, you’ll have practical tools and proven strategies to reduce strain, avoid injury, and ensure compliance with workplace safety standards. Whether you're new to manual handling or refreshing your knowledge, this course is a valuable investment in your long-term health and career.

Overview

Section 1: Understanding Manual Handling and Its Impact

Lecture 1 Understanding Manual Handling and Its Impact

Section 2: Anatomy and Back Health in Manual Handling

Lecture 2 Anatomy and Back Health in Manual Handling

Section 3: Risk Assessment in Manual Handling

Lecture 3 Risk Assessment in Manual Handling

Section 4: Safe Manual Handling Techniques

Lecture 4 Safe Manual Handling Techniques

Section 5: Building a Safety Culture and Reducing Risk

Lecture 5 Building a Safety Culture and Reducing Risk in the Workplace

Section 6: Manual Handling in High-Risk Industries

Lecture 6 Manual Handling in High-Risk Industries

This course is for anyone who lifts, moves, or carries items as part of their job. It’s ideal for workers in warehouses, healthcare, construction, agriculture, or education. It’s also suitable for new employees who need basic manual handling training, as well as team leaders or managers who want to improve safety at work. If you want to prevent injuries and learn safe handling techniques, this course is for you.