Manual Handling Awareness Course

Manual Handling Awareness

Work Smarter. Protect Your Body.

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) account for a significant percentage of all work-related ill-health. Whether you are lifting heavy boxes in a warehouse or moving equipment in an office, incorrect technique can lead to chronic pain and long-term injury. Our Manual Handling Awareness course equips you with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge to protect your physical well-being.

Course Overview

This course is designed for employees at all levels. It moves beyond simple “bend your knees” advice to provide a deep understanding of how the body moves and how to assess risks before you even touch a load.

What you will learn:

• Spinal Anatomy: Understand how the back works and why it is so vulnerable to poor lifting habits.

• The T.I.L.E. Principle: A simple, effective framework for risk assessment (Task, Individual, Load, Environment).

• Safe Lifting Techniques: Practical, step-by-step guidance on lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.

• Legal Requirements: An overview of the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992.

Why Choose Acreditsafe?

• Interactive Learning: Engaging modules that make safety protocols easy to remember.

• Flexible Access: Complete your training whenever and wherever it suits you.

• Compliance Ready: Instantly generate a digital certificate to prove your competency to employers or HSE inspectors.

Statistics: Over 470,000 workers in the UK suffer from work-related musculoskeletal disorders. Don’t become a statistic—learn the right way to move today.