Learn safe moving and handling techniques
RoSPA Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling
in the Workplace
What is the RoSPA Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling in the Workplace course?
This one-day course is a comprehensive training programme designed to equip workers with the knowledge and skills needed to perform manual handling tasks safely. It 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.
Training Course Methods
In-company
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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
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.
Benefits of the course
This course is tailored to meet your needs if you:
✓ Are involved 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
✓ Are 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
✓ Want to prioritise 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.