Elevate Your Safety Standards: Manual Handling Risk Assessment and Control

Introduction

Manual handling activities are a common cause of workplace injuries. This course will provide you with a deep understanding of the risk assessment process and teach you how to implement effective control strategies to prevent these incidents.

Risk Assessment

Learn how to conduct a comprehensive risk assessment for manual handling activities. This includes identifying hazards, understanding the likelihood and severity of harm, and evaluating existing control measures.

Control Strategies

Discover the various control strategies that can be implemented to minimize manual handling risks. These include eliminating unnecessary manual handling tasks, introducing mechanical aids, and providing effective training and supervision.

Practical Application

We'll explore how these risk assessment and control strategies can be implemented in a real-world context. Through practical examples and case studies, you'll gain a clear understanding of how to apply these principles in your own workplace.

Conclusion

This course will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to elevate your workplace safety standards. By understanding and implementing effective risk assessment and control strategies, you can significantly reduce the incidence of manual handling injuries in your organization.