Course overview
This LANTRA course will give you the practical knowledge you need to understand the risks involved if you handle items incorrectlyThis is a half day course but in that time you’ll learn the skills of manual handling with background theory and practice. You’ll look at the types of injuries caused by incorrect handling and how to stay safe when performing tasks.Course sessions:
Introduction to manual handlingManual handling and the lawThe musculoskeletal systemMechanics of movementTypes of manual handling injuriesRisk assessmentControl measures for reducing the risks of harmPrinciples of safer handlingManual handling equipment.
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