Level 2 Award in Manual Handling – Principles and Practice

Level 2 Award in Manual Handling – Principles and Practice

Course Overview

This qualification develops practical skills in safe lifting, moving, and handling techniques to minimise injury risks.

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand musculoskeletal injury risks.
  • Apply safe lifting and handling techniques.
  • Assess manual handling tasks for risk.
  • Use equipment to support safe movement.

Course Modules

  1. The Anatomy of Manual Handling Injuries
  2. Risk Assessment for Handling Tasks
  3. Safe Techniques & Posture
  4. Practical Manual Handling Exercises

Target Audience

Warehouse staff, logistics teams, construction workers, cleaners, and any employees handling loads.

Duration

4–6 hours