Course Overview
An introduction to manual handling in the healthcare industry and provides a range procedures and techniques to reduce the risk of injury.
Learning Objectives
Viewers will learn:
- What is manual handling?
- Types of manual handling injury
- Common causes of manual handling injury
- Correct lifting techniques & the balance circle
- OHS responsibilities of employers and employees
- Importance of hazard identification and hazard management
- Areas to consider when assessing risk
Target Audience
Aimed at all staff in the healthcare industry.
Business Outcomes
With manual handling, prevention is far better than cure. Trouble is, your workers could be doing damage to their musculoskeletal system without even knowing. Educate them now with this essential training video.
Duration
8 Minutes
