Under the manual handling operations regulations 1992, you must provide suitable manual handling training. Many companies are under the impression that this does not apply to them because they are primarily an office environment. This is a misconception that can have serious consequences.
Most back and spinal pain are caused by continual bad lifting, twisting and stretching and not one single trauma injuries.
White Rose Associates training includes the use of theory, props, tuition and practical lifting techniques to teach you how to lift, carry, move and transport objects safely.
Courses can be tailored to your exact needs, from an office to a production / warehouse facility.
This is carried out at your premises so avoiding any disruption to your business. All that is required is a small office / room.
There are several benefits to your company such as:
Help employers and employees avoid costly, stressful accidents
Lowering insurance premiums
Promoting a safe working environment
Encouraging team work and improving staff morale
Protect your business and enhance its reputation as a caring employer
Course Content:
Manual Handling and the Law
Spinal Awareness
Keeping your back healthy
Principles of safer manual handling of loads and equipment
Personal risk assessment
Ergonomics
Formal risk assessment
Practical aspects of patient handling
Moving ill/injured patients using equipment
Duration
3 hours
If you would like to book a course or wish to contact us regarding any of our courses, please feel free to do so by contact telephone No 01904 488900 or info@whiteroseassociates.co.uk
