This training module will improve your knowledge in the management of risks with manual handling of people.
It is aligned to the HSE Manual Handling Policy and will equip you with the tools and techniques necessary to undertake risks assessments particular to manual handling of people.
By completing this training, you can significantly improve the ability to safeguard your workplace, ensuring a safer and healthier environment for all employees.
This training is only available to HSeLanD users.
Who this training is for
This module is mandatory for line, service and department managers (Clinical CNM 1 and CMM 1 and above) who are involved in supervising and managing people where there are manual handling and people handling risks in their work environment, work activities or work tasks
Training format
eLearning
Objectives
On successful completion of this module you will be able to:
- describe what is meant by manual handling, people handling and ergonomics
- explain the risk factors that apply to manual handling and people handling tasks
- describe the key steps in managing manual handling and people handling risk
- identify who is responsible to ensure the risk assessment process is completed
- explain how to use the HSE Task Specific Manual Handling (inanimate loads) Risk Assessment Pathway
- explain how to use the HSE Task Specific People Handling Risk Assessment Pathway
- describe the Service User Specific Clinical Risk Assessment and Moving and Handling Plan
Course specification
The training covers
- risk factors of manual handling and people handling
- 3 key steps to manage Manual Handling and People Handling risk
The module includes detailed worked examples that illustrate key concepts and techniques in Task Specific Manual Handling (inanimate loads) and Task Specific People Handling Risk Assessment. These examples provide practical insights and demonstrate how to apply theoretical knowledge to healthcare situations.
Training prerequisites
Before enrolling on this course, you must first complete the HSeLanD module 'Occupational Safety and Health Risk Assessment'.
Duration
The module takes approximately 40 minutes to complete.
Assessment
There are a number of knowledge checks throughout the module.
Participants must complete a short assessment.
How to book
This module is available now on HSeLanD in the Health and Safety catalogue
Training records
Managers must keep copies of employees' training records on file. This is in line with the HSE National Records Retention Policy. The policy requires managers to keep electronic files for 7 years after an employee's term of service ends.
The OSH training toolkit provides a template for recording, scheduling and monitoring training requirements
Refresher training
This programme must be refreshed every 3 years.