• Lift and handle loads safely.
• Recognise a load which is too heavy or awkward.

• Dangers of careless and unskilled methods.
• Principles of levers and laws of motion.
• Anatomy of the spine and muscular system.
• How the body is harmed through incorrect handling techniques.
• How to handle loads safely.
• Lifting to and from ground level.
• Lifting to and from a height.
• Pushing.
• Pulling.
• Lifting (bags, sacks, barrels – where appropriate).
• Other organisation specific lifting tasks.
• Competence testing.

This course combines lecture methods with “hands-on” practical work with different types of materials.

Mileage @ €0.50 per km and accommodation @ €100 per night may be charged for courses.

English is the language in which training is delivered and participants must have a good command of the English language. If participants wish to bring an interpreter they may do so but prior notice must be given to Anderco.

All staff engaged in manual handling activities during their working day.

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