The Manual Handling in Education eLearning course focuses on providing training for school staff engaged in potentially hazardous manual handling activities. The course aims to reduce the risk of manual handling-related injuries by teaching staff how to assess risks, implement safe lifting techniques, and understand legal requirements and guidelines. It is designed specifically for handling inanimate objects and does not cover moving and handling with pupils.
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Description
Manual handling is a significant contributor to workplace accidents, with over 25% of reported accidents associated with this activity. In educational settings, such as schools, caretakers and site services officers often engage in manual handling tasks, making it essential to provide proper training to reduce the risks associated with such activities. The Manual Handling in Education eLearning course addresses this need by providing school staff with the knowledge and skills required for safe manual handling practices.
Learning outcomes
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Identifying Costs: Understanding the financial and human costs associated with manual handling injuries in the workplace.
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Legal Requirements: Familiarising learners with the legal requirements and guidelines governing manual handling activities to ensure compliance.
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TILE Risk Assessment: Teaching learners how to conduct a basic TILE (Task, Individual, Load, Environment) risk assessment before lifting a load to identify potential hazards.
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Safe Lifting Technique: Outlining the principles of a safe lifting technique, including posture and lifting mechanics.
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Risk Reduction: Providing an overview of measures that can be implemented to minimise the risk of manual handling injuries.
Business benefits
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Risk Reduction: Equips school staff with the knowledge and skills to reduce the risk of manual handling injuries.
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Legal Compliance: Ensures that educational institutions comply with legal requirements and guidelines.
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Cost Awareness: Highlights the financial and human costs associated with manual handling injuries to emphasise the importance of safety.
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Practical Skills: Teaches practical skills, such as safe lifting techniques and risk assessment, that can be immediately applied in the workplace.
The Manual Handling in Education eLearning course is designed for school staff who engage in manual handling activities involving inanimate objects. It provides essential training to help reduce the risk of injuries related to manual handling. By focusing on legal compliance, risk assessment, and safe lifting techniques, this course contributes to a safer working environment within educational institutions.
