Did you know that incorrect manual handling is one of the most common causes of injury at work? The Level 2 Award in Principles of Manual Handling (RQF) is a regulated and nationally
recognised qualification, designed to cover the basic principles of manual handling.

Who should attend?

This theory-based qualification is ideal for all employees as it provides candidates with an awareness of safe manual handling practices and the risks of unsafe manual handling.

Attendance and Duration

The Level 2 Award in Principles of Manual Handling (RQF) is a half day course, making it an ideal way to reduce the risk of workplace manual handling injuries, whilst minimising disruption to your organisation’s day to day activities

Aims and Objectives 

Over a half day period, learners will develop a greater awareness of manual handling. 

What's covered?

• Common manual handling injuries
• Manual handling laws
• Responsibilities of employers and employees
• Risk assessments
• Safe movement principles associated with manual
  handling, including the body’s:
  • Musculoskeletal system
  • Centre of gravity
  • Lever system
• Theory of safe manual handling principles, including:
  • Preparing for a lift
  • Solo lifting, carrying and lowering an object
  • Team manual handling
• Manual handling equipment:
  • Types of manual handling aids and equipment
  • Maintenance and requirements for testing

Assessment

Candidates are required to pass an end of course multiple choice examination in order to achieve the The Level 2 Award in Principles of Manual Handling.

Certification

Successful learners will receive a personalised Qualsafe Level 2 Award in Manual Handling e-Certificate immediately after their results have been submitted.