{"product_id":"manual-handling-operators-manchester","title":"Manual Handling Operators in Stockport, Greater Manchester (Classroom)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eManual Handling Training for Workplace Safety in Stockport\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCourse Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearners are introduced to the hazards and risks associated with manual handling, the controls available, and what to expect from a manual handling risk assessment. The course highlights manual handling issues and prepares delegates to look carefully at their own work activities and contribute to the development of safer methods and tasks, in co-operation with their managers and supervisors. The course includes an introduction to the lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling activities. This course can be tailored to include client-specific issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho needs the Manual Handling Operators qualification?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManual handling training is relevant across various industries and therefore anyone who is required to handle objects, equipment, or materials as part of their job may benefit from this training. The course is intended for any persons undertaking manual handling activities at work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is Manual Handling Operators training important?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the manual handling regulations, if your workplace requires manual handling activities then it is essential that everyone receives the appropriate training. Any occupation or task that involves lifting, carrying, or moving objects has the potential for injury if proper techniques are not used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCourse Content\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual handling injuries and their causes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual handling assessment and controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResponsibilities imposed by the Manual Handling Operations Regulations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractical elements of manual handling activities including, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduction to the manual handling assessment chart (MAC) tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClient-specific issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLearning Outcomes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon completion of the course, learners will be able to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplain what is meant by manual handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplain how hazardous manual handling activities can cause injury and give examples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eState the principles for controlling manual handling risks and apply these in a practical context\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDemonstrate a general understanding of the value and purposes of conducting a manual handling assessment and what employees can expect of such assessments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDemonstrate an understanding of the main provisions of the Manual Handling Operations Regulations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand the key principles relating to practical manual handling activities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCourse Duration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalf-day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCertification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOuch Learning \u0026amp; Development\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eValidity of Award\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDelivery Method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is delivered in a classroom in Stockport, Greater Manchester, SK4 3LD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Content\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dorset-uk\"\u003eAll courses in Dorset\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/manual-handling-courses\"\u003eManual Handling courses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mental-health-courses\"\u003eMental Health \u0026amp; Well-being courses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/first-aid-courses\"\u003eFirst Aid courses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fire-safety-courses\"\u003eFire Safety courses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/iosh-working-safely\"\u003eIOSH Working Safely courses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/iosh-courses\"\u003eIOSH courses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/nebosh-courses\"\u003eNEBOSH courses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fire-safety-courses\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/health-safety-care-courses\"\u003eHealth, Safety \u0026amp; Care courses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/construction-engineering-courses\"\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Engineering courses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ouch Learning \u0026 Development","offers":[{"title":"16 Dec 2026","offer_id":56943992832344,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/7126\/7672\/files\/Ouch-Learning-and-Development.jpg?v=1773278257","url":"https:\/\/www.envicourse.com\/products\/manual-handling-operators-manchester","provider":"envicourse.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}