RoSPA Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling in the Workplace
The RoSPA Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling in the Workplace is a comprehensive training programme designed to equip workers with the knowledge and skills needed to perform manual handling tasks safely. This one-day course focuses on providing a solid foundation in safe moving and handling techniques, with the aim of reducing the risk of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) associated with incorrect manual handling.
What does the RoSPA Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling in the Workplace Course cover?
The course covers a wide range of topics essential for understanding and implementing safe moving and handling practices in the workplace. The content is divided into two units:
Unit 1 - Safe moving and handling in the workplace
Injuries and ill health: Understand the implications of manual handling on health, exploring injuries and illnesses associated with improper practices
Manual handling hazards and risks: Identify and assess the hazards and risks involved in manual handling tasks, emphasising the importance of risk assessments
Efficient movement principles: Understand the significance of good posture and efficient movement principles in reducing the risk of musculoskeletal injuries
Health and safety legislation: Gain insights into relevant legislation and the consequences of non-compliance, ensuring adherence to health and safety standards
Principles of risk control: Explore the principles of risk control applied to manual handling, focusing on minimising potential risks
Manual handling equipment: Learn about various types of manual handling equipment and the safe use of manual handling and lifting equipment.
Unit 2 - Safe manual handling practices
Demonstrate efficient and safe manual handling: Learn and practice efficient and safe manual handling techniques. including pre-transfer assessments
Requirements for safe use: Provide the requirements for the safe use of manual handling and lifting equipment, including testing, servicing and examination
Types of equipment: Identify the types of equipment designed for manual handling tasks and understand their proper use
Team handling: Demonstrate efficient and safe manual handling practices when working as part of a team.
Upon successfully finishing this course you will be able to:
Safe load movement:
Gain the knowledge and skill to move loads safely in the workplace, reducing the risk of musculoskeletal injuries associated with manual handling.
Musculoskeletal injury awareness:
Explore causative factors and types of musculoskeletal injuries, enabling a deeper understanding of the potential risks and their prevention.
Regulatory understanding:
Understand the Manual Handling Operations Regulations, ensuring compliance with relevant health and safety legislation.
Posture and movement principles:
Identify the principles of good posture and efficient movement, contributing to the prevention of injuries through proper body mechanics.
Application of safe handling practices:
Acquire the ability to apply safe handling practices in various scenarios, demonstrating competence in real-world manual handling situations.
Benefits of the course:
For employers
- Legislative compliance: Ensure compliance with the relevant health and safety legislation, minimising the risk of legal issues related to manual handling practices
- Injury prevention: Proactively prevent injuries and ill health associated with incorrect manual handling, fostering a safer workplace environment
- Promotion of safety: Promote safer practices within the workplace, creating a culture of awareness and responsibility regarding manual handling tasks.
For delegates
- Understanding of manual handling: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the reasons for safe manual handling in the workplace, fostering a sense of responsibility
- Contribution to wellbeing: Understand how the practice of manual handling risk assessments contributes to the health, safety and wellbeing of the workforce
- Equipment familiarity: Acquire knowledge about the principles, types of equipment and testing requirements associated with manual handling safety
- Application of practices: Develop the ability to apply safe manual handling practices confidently, enhancing personal and team safety.
This course is tailored to meet your needs if:
✓ Involvement in lifting and moving: If your daily tasks involve lifting and moving objects within your organisation, this course is tailored to address the specific challenges and requirements associated with these manual handling activities
✓ Seeking awareness of best practices: If you are looking to enhance your awareness of best practices related to manual handling tasks, this course provides comprehensive insights into efficient and safe techniques, reducing the risk of musculoskeletal disorders
✓ Prioritising health and safety compliance: If ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation in manual handling is a top priority for your workplace, this course is designed to impart the necessary knowledge and skills to meet and exceed regulatory requirements.
Why choose the RoSPA Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling in the Workplace course?
Comprehensive coverage:
The course offers in-depth coverage of manual handling principles and practices, ensuring a thorough understanding of the subject matter
Practical skill acquisition:
Participants engage in practical demonstrations and discussions, facilitating effective skill acquisition and application
Tailored content:
The content is tailored to meet the specific needs of the workplace, ensuring relevance and practical applicability
Expert-led training:
RoSPA is a reputable authority in health and safety, providing participants with expert guidance and insights.
Ready to elevate your manual handling skills and ensure a safer workplace? Seize the opportunity now. Enrol today and embrace a future of effective manual handling practices!
Rospa Level 2 Award in Moving and Handling in the Workplace: In-company training course
We can visit your workplace and deliver the course at a time and place to suit you. This is an effective way of training several delegates at the same time, saving on time and travel costs