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Description

This qualification outlines the reasons for safer manual handling and the legal requirements. Learners will develop an understanding of how risk assessments can improve safety, the theory of safe movement principles and how to reduce the risk of harm.

Note: This qualification is theory based and does not include practical training.

Course Content

The QA Level 2 Award in Principles of Manual Handling (QCF) is a regulated and nationally recognised qualification, designed to cover the basic principles of manual handling.

The course covers:

• Common manual handling injuries
• Manual handling laws
• Responsibilities of employers and employees
• Risk assessments
• Safe movement principles associated with manual handling, including the body’s:
  • Musculoskeletal system
  • Centre of gravity
  • Lever system
• Theory of safe manual handling principles, including:
  • Preparing for a lift
  • Solo lifting, carrying and lowering an object
  • Team manual handling
• Manual handling equipment:
  • Types of manual handling aids and equipment
  • Maintenance and requirements for testing