Manual Handling Course Birmingham

Module 1: Understanding Manual Handling

• ✓ Definition of manual handling under UK law
• ✓ Common manual handling injuries in Birmingham workplaces
• ✓ Anatomy of the spine and back muscles
• ✓ Risk factors: weight, shape, grip, frequency

Module 2: Safe Lifting Techniques

• ✓ Proper lifting posture and technique
• ✓ Load assessment before lifting
• ✓ Team lifting procedures for heavy loads
• ✓ Pushing, pulling, and carrying loads safely

Module 3: Risk Assessment & Prevention

• ✓ Manual handling risk assessments
• ✓ Using mechanical aids and equipment
• ✓ Workplace ergonomics principles
• ✓ Long-term injury prevention strategies

UK Health & Safety Legislation

Under the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999, all Birmingham employers have a legal duty to provide manual handling training to employees whose work involves lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling loads.

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) actively inspects Birmingham workplaces including medtech facilities, hospitality venues, and retail premises. Non-compliance can result in improvement notices, prohibition orders, or prosecution.

Our Manual Handling Course Birmingham provides documented evidence of training that meets all HSE requirements for workplace inspections.

Who Needs Training in Birmingham?

• ✓ Medtech Workers – Birmingham's medical device manufacturing sector
• ✓ Hospitality Staff – Hotels, restaurants, and tourism venues
• ✓ Retail Workers – Stock handling and shelf stacking
• ✓ Warehouse Staff – Logistics and distribution centres
• ✓ Healthcare Workers – University Hospital Birmingham and care facilities
• ✓ Seafood Industry – Fishing and processing facilities