Manual Handling Training

Comprehensive Manual Handling training to safeguard your team, reduce workplace injuries, and ensure compliance

Overview Of Manual Handling Training

Our Manual Handling Training equips your staff with essential techniques to lift, carry, and move objects safely, reducing the risk of injury in the workplace. Suitable for a wide range of industries, the course combines practical, hands-on exercises with clear, engaging theory sessions.


Employees will learn correct posture, safe handling methods, and risk assessment skills to identify potential hazards. Designed in line with health & safety regulations, this training helps organisations maintain a safer work environment, improve staff wellbeing, and promote a culture of safety throughout the workplace.

Benefits of Manual Handling Training

Reduce Injuries

Employees gain practical skills to lift, carry, and move objects safely, significantly reducing the risk of  injuries and workplace accidents.

Ensure Compliance:

Our training meets legal health & safety requirements, helping your organisation stay compliant with workplace regulations.

Boost Productivity:

By adopting proper handling techniques, staff can perform tasks more efficiently, with less fatigue and fewer interruptions.

Common Manual Handling Issues

Poor manual handling is one of the leading causes of workplace injuries. Staff who lift or carry incorrectly risk back strain, musculoskeletal disorders, and long-term health issues. Our training targets these risks, providing practical solutions tailored to your environment.

What to Expect from Our Courses

  • Hands-on practical training in safe lifting and carrying techniques.
  • Guidance on risk assessments and safe workplace practices.
  • Training suitable for all experience levels, from office staff to warehouse teams.
  • Certificates issued upon successful completion, nationally recognised.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • Who should attend Manual Handling Training?

    We provide professional training in the following areas:


    MHE Training: Forklift, Reach Truck, Pallet Truck, Order Picker, Telehandler, and more.


    Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW): Essential first aid skills for workplace emergencies.


    First Aid at Work (FAW):  In-depth training for workplace first aiders.


    Fire Marshal Training: Fire safety, prevention, and emergency response.


    Manual Handling Training: Safe handling techniques to prevent workplace injuries.


    Overhead Crane Training: Safe operation and risk management for lifting equipment.


    MHE Site Risk Assessments: Identifying and mitigating workplace hazards.


    Our training programmes help businesses comply with UK health and safety regulations while ensuring their workforce is fully equipped with the skills needed to operate safely and effectively. 

  • Can the training be delivered on-site?

    All employees can benefit, but it is particularly important for staff in higher-risk roles or workplaces where medical emergencies are more likely to occur.

  • Can refresher training be provided?

    Yes, we recommend refresher sessions to ensure employees maintain safe handling practices over time. Refresher training helps staff stay updated on best practices, reduces the risk of injury, and supports ongoing compliance with workplace safety standards.

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