Course Details

Incorrect manual handling techniques are one of the leading causes of injury in the workplace. These courses, developed by e3learning in conjunction with WorkCover Corporation, provide the knowledge and understanding required to reduce the risk and associated cost of manual handling injuries. Courses have been made for both employees and managers/supervisors.

Throughout the courses, interactive workplace simulations, animations and illustrative diagrams develop and reinforce a thorough understanding of the underlying principles of manual handling, from the legal responsibilities of employers to the physiological effects of incorrect lifting and carrying.

Learning Outcomes

• A thorough understanding of manual handling
• A practical understanding of how to minimise the risk of manual handling injuries

Employees

The employee course covers:

• The OHS legislative framework with a focus on manual handling
• Basic anatomy and physiological structure
• Manual handling techniques
• Hazard management processes with a focus on manual handling
• OHS roles and responsibilities in relation to manual handling

Estimated duration
30 Minutes

Target audience
The course has been designed to provide training for all general staff.

Employers

The employer course covers:

• An understanding of why manual handling injuries occur
• The cost and impact of manual handling injuries
• Your responsibilities in relation to manual handling
• Some practical direction on how to perform manual handling tasks safely
• The legal requirements relating to manual handling
• Your duty of care and
• Managing manual handling

Estimated duration
45 Minutes

Target audience
The course has been designed for managers and supervisors.