Manual Handling Inanimate Objects

Learning Outcome

Assessment Criteria

Introduction - Legislation

·         Identify key pieces of legislation that relate to moving and assisting. (13.3a)

·         List tasks relating to moving and handling that they are not allowed to carry out until they are competent. (13.3b)

·         Explain the importance of working in accordance with policies and procedures

Basic Anatomy and Physiology

·         Identify basic anatomy of the spine.

·         Explain the functions of various anatomy of the spine.

·         Describe how injuries can occur.

·         Demonstrate neutral posture.

Risk Assessment

·         Identify where to access risk assessments and safe systems of work.

·         Describe ways to avoid manual handling where possible.

·         Explain the importance of following safe systems of work.

·         Know the actions to take if a risk assessment doesnt reflect true practice and identify who to report it to.

·         List the 5 key steps to risk assessment.

Safe Moving and Assisting Techniques

·         Be able to demonstrate and apply good manual handling technique within the workplace

·         Be aware of and understand manual handling risk assessments that apply to your work and assess how to avoid hazardous manual handling

Further Advice and Support

·         Identify where to access further advice and support regarding manual handling.