About the Course
The Safe Moving and Handling qualification aims to provide an understanding of the basic principles of manual handling. This will enable learners to practice and apply safe moving and handling of objects within the workplace.
Safe Moving and Handling is designed for people who are involved in carrying out manual handling tasks in their workplace. This includes employees working in industrial and office based environments. It is an ideal introduction for those starting / returning to work involving manual handling activities, or as safety refresher training.
PRE-REQUISITES
Learners must be 16 years of age or above on the first day of the course. It is advisable that learners have a minimum of level 1 in literacy or numeracy or equivalent.
Learners must have all pre-requisites in place before the start of the course. Qualification certificates cannot be issued if all pre-requisites are not met before the start of the course, post course submissions will not be accepted.