Manual Handling Level 2

Health & Safety · Level 2 · 6 lessons · 4 hours · Free

Learn safe manual handling techniques, risk assessment using the TILE framework, and how to prevent musculoskeletal injuries in the workplace.

What you'll learn

This course is organised into 6 modules, each ending with a short quiz to check your understanding. You can work through it at your own pace, and it is completely free.

1. Introduction to Manual Handling
   • What is Manual Handling?
   • Why Manual Handling Matters
   • The Legal Framework
   • Module quiz
2. Manual Handling Risk Assessment
   • The TILE Framework
   • Load and Environment Factors
   • Conducting and Recording Assessments
   • Module quiz
3. Anatomy & Common Injuries
   • The Spine and Musculoskeletal System
   • Common Manual Handling Injuries
   • Acute vs Cumulative Injuries
   • Module quiz
4. Safe Lifting Techniques
   • Preparing to Lift
   • The Safe Lifting Procedure
   • Team Lifting and Handling Awkward Loads
   • Module quiz
5. Reducing Risk & Control Measures
   • The Hierarchy of Control
   • Mechanical Aids and Equipment
   • Workplace Design and Ergonomics
   • Module quiz
6. Practical Application & Responsibilities
   • Applying Safe Handling in the Real World
   • Reporting and RIDDOR
   • Ongoing Responsibilities and Fitness
   • Module quiz