Conduct Manual Tasks Safely

Course Outline:
This course will enable learners to demonstrate essential knowledge and skills required to effectively and safely carry out manual handling tasks
Includes:
HLTWHS005 Conduct Manual Tasks Safely
Manual Handling Course Content:
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Risk Management process for manual tasks
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Risk factors and potential sources of risk of hazardous manaul tasks such as, repetition, forces on the body, postures, vibration, systems of work
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Types of manual handling activities and the types of injuries that can result
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Function of the human body including: nasic function of the spine, body postures, types of mucles, priniples of levers
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Manual techniques that support work practices such as: preparing the load, preparing the environment, propers lifting technieq, maintaing neutral spine when lifitng and carrying, centre of gravity, body postures
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Mechanical Aids, tools and equipment
Mode of Delivery:
This course consists of blended learning with initial theory and required knowledge delivered online at the learner's pace followed by a 1-day face to face workshop/classroom learning to complete practical elements and final assessment.
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Who Should Attend?
Any personnel who is required to carry out manual handling tasks
Refresher Training:
Industry recommendation and best practice recommend high voltage switching refresher training be completed at intervals not exceeding 2 - 3 years.
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Is this course Nationally Accredited?
Yes