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Level 2 Award in Principles of Manual Handling at Work (RQF)

Introduction:

This qualification specification outlines the key information related to the QNUK Level 2 Award in Principles of Manual Handling at Work (RQF)

Who Should Attend:

This course is suitable for those in the workplace, or those entering the workforce on the hazards and controls related to manual handling.

Course Objectives:

This is a qualification that prepares a learner to develop knowledge in a subject area.

Course Contents:

Understand the reasons for safer manual handling:

- Identify the potential injuries and ill health associated with incorrect manual handling
- Outline employers and employees responsibilities relating to manual handling at work
- Outline the consequences for non-compliance with health and safety requirements at work

Understand how manual handling risk assessments contribute to improving health and safety:

- Define the terms 'hazard' and 'risk' in the context of manual handling at work
- State the steps related to undertaking a manual handling risk assessment
- Select appropriate risk controls for common manual handling hazards

Understand the principles, types of equipment and testing requirements associated with manual handling safety:

- Describe safe movement principles associated with manual handling
- Select appropriate equipment to be used for manual handling tasks
- Outline the requirements for the testing, servicing and examination of manual handling and lifting equipment

Assessment:

This qualification is assessed by multiple choice questions

Pre-requisites:

It is recommended that learners have a minimum of Level 1 literacy and numeracy or equivalent

Duration:

1 Day

Additional Information:

Learners should provide at least 1 form of photographic ID. If photo ID is not available, 2 forms of non-photographic ID can be produced.

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