Manual Handling Training

Our manual handling training courses introduce the principles that are universally accepted as "best practice" - neutral spines, keep the load close, movement of the feet. Learning is enhanced through the use of 5 key postures and 4 manual handling principles which are then applied to many commonly used techniques and work tasks. Facilitated by a Registered Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist and designed for groups of up to 12 employees, the trainer will use a variety of learning methods including small group work, open questions, hand-outs and practical activities in order to engage participants and assist with learning.

Depending on your requirements, we have an introductory session (2 hours) or a more comprehensive session (3 hours). Either session is appropriate for new employee induction and covers relevant OHS legislation, anatomy, manual handling postures and principles (rationale, theory and practical) and self management strategies in order to minimise musculoskeletal sprain and strain injuries.

The 3 hour session – which is the same as the Level 1 component of our Tiered Program - includes a more comprehensive practical component that we like to perform in the normal work environment, be it a warehouse, library or outdoors! Each participant will demonstrate the key postures and principles described in the training and apply them to their common tasks, in their environment making it particularly relevant and useful for them.