Topics / Manual handling
Manual handling and ergonomics courses
Manual handling injuries are still among the most common at work. Training here focuses on planning the lift, using safer techniques, and spotting when equipment or a team lift is the better option.
Warehouse, care, retail, facilities and office staff who lift, carry, push or pull as part of the job.
Courses in this topic
Showing 85–96 of 237 matching courses
Ergonomics and Wellness in Occupational Health
This course on Ergonomics and Wellness in Occupational Health is designed for health and safety professionals, HR managers, and individuals …
View course →Ergonomics and Wellness in Project Implementation Management
This course focuses on the integration of ergonomics and wellness principles in project implementation management. It is ideal for project …
View course →Ergonomics and Wellness Programs for Hotel Employees
This course focuses on implementing effective ergonomics and wellness programs tailored for hotel employees. Ideal for hotel managers, HR professionals, …
View course →Ergonomics and Wellness Programs for Hotel Industry Health and Safety
This course focuses on Ergonomics and Wellness Programs tailored for the Hotel Industry, designed for health and safety professionals, hotel …
View course →Ergonomics and Wellness Programs in Hotel Industry Safety
This course focuses on Ergonomics and Wellness Programs in the Hotel Industry Safety domain. Designed for safety professionals, hotel managers, …
View course →Ergonomics and Workplace Design for Level 7 Occupational Health and Safety Professionals
This course delves deep into Ergonomics and Workplace Design tailored for Level 7 Occupational Health and Safety Professionals. It is …
View course →Ergonomics and Workplace Design for Safety and Efficiency - Level 7 Diploma
This Level 7 Diploma course focuses on Ergonomics and Workplace Design, offering advanced knowledge and skills to professionals in the …
View course →Ergonomics and Workplace Health
This course on Ergonomics and Workplace Health is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills to create safer …
View course →Ergonomics and Workplace Health in Occupational Health and Safety
This course is designed for professionals in the health and safety industry seeking to deepen their knowledge of ergonomics and …
View course →Ergonomics and Workplace Safety in the Hotel Industry
This course focuses on Ergonomics and Workplace Safety tailored for professionals in the hotel industry. Ideal for hotel managers, safety …
View course →Ergonomics and Workplace Safety Strategies
This course focuses on Ergonomics and Workplace Safety Strategies, designed for health and safety professionals and managers looking to enhance …
View course →Ergonomics and Workplace Wellness in Occupational Health
This course delves into the principles of ergonomics and workplace wellness in occupational health. Ideal for health and safety professionals …
View course →View more matching courses in the catalogue
Common questions
Is manual handling only about heavy loads?
No. Repetitive light handling, awkward postures and pushing/pulling also matter.
Do I need equipment training as well?
If you use hoists, trolleys or other aids, combine handling technique with the right equipment briefing.
Are these IOSH courses?
No. Certificates are independent professional awards—not IOSH or NEBOSH.
Glossary
- Manual handling — Manual handling means transporting or supporting loads by hand or bodily force.
Practical guides
Related topics
Independent workplace certificates for practical training. See FAQs for accreditation details.