Manual Handling Training
Nationally Accredited Unit of Competency
- HLTWHS005 – Conduct manual tasks safely
Course Overview
This e-Learning course describes the skills and knowledge required to recognise potentially hazardous manual tasks, and then to prepare for and complete those tasks in a safe manner.
- Recognise manual tasks that may involve risk to self or others
- Identify risk factors that make the manual task hazardous
- Determine the nature and extent of the risk
- Follow organisation procedures for controlling hazardous manual tasks
- Prepare workplace layout and environment according to organisation procedures
- Organise tasks and workflow appropriately
- Prepare and package loads for movement, taking account of specific requirements for different materials and organisation procedures
- Select and use personal protective equipment appropriate to the task
- Ensure the task is within personal capabilities
- Use appropriate posture and handling techniques to reduce muscle load on exertion
- Select, adjust and use mechanical aids and handling devices according to manufacturer’s instructions
- Pace and schedule tasks according to procedures
- Identify hazardous manual tasks and report to the supervisor according to organisation procedures
- Follow organisation procedures for reporting symptoms of injury or actual injury to self and others
- Participate in workplace safety activities and contribute to the improvement of manual tasks
- Contribute to risk management approach to reduce risks from manual tasks
100% Online Program
Duration: 2 Hours
$120 GST Free Per Person
Certificate
Students who are deemed competent will receive a Statement of Attainment recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework. This certification is nationally recognised. The Statement is issued by Health Security & Education Pty Ltd as trustee for Health Security & Education Unit Trust (RTO 40907).
100% Online Program
Duration: 2 Hours
$120 GST Free Per Person
Certificate
Students who are deemed competent will receive a Statement of Attainment recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework. This certification is nationally recognised. The Statement is issued by Health Security & Education Pty Ltd as trustee for Health Security & Education Unit Trust (RTO 40907).
