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The Online Manual Handling Training Course is designed to help employees and employers understand how to carry out manual handling tasks safely and reduce the risk of injury in the workplace. This course raises awareness of manual handling risks and teaches safe manual handling techniques to help prevent common workplace injuries, including back injuries and musculoskeletal disorders.
Suitable for UK workplaces where staff undertake manual handling operations as part of their daily tasks, this manual handling course covers risk assessment, legal duties, and practical techniques for lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling loads safely. It supports compliance with the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 and wider health and safety requirements.
The course is delivered fully online, allowing learners to complete training at their own pace. Upon successful completion, learners receive a digital Manual Handling Certificate, accredited by RoSPA and CPD, providing recognised evidence of manual handling training.
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100% online manual handling training
Supports compliance with Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992
Accredited by RoSPA and the CPD Certification Service
Suitable for staff induction and refresher training
Learn at your own pace with unlimited access
Instant digital certificate upon completion
Covers manual handling risk assessment and control measures
Bulk discounts available for multiple courses
Explains safe lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling techniques
This online manual handling training course provides learners with essential knowledge and understanding, including:
The course helps learners work safely and confidently when performing manual handling activities.
This manual handling training course is CPD accredited and RoSPA certified, ensuring it meets recognised standards for quality and relevance. It is developed in line with UK health and safety guidance and the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992, making it suitable for a wide range of job roles and industries.
Training material is delivered through structured modules with clear explanations, practical examples, and defined learning outcomes.
Manual handling injuries are among the most common causes of workplace injuries in the UK. Appropriate training is essential to reduce risk and meet legal responsibilities.
By completing this course, learners will be able to:
This course supports safer working practices and helps employers fulfil their duty of care.
The Online Manual Handling Training Course includes the following modules:
Introduction to Manual Handling
Manual Handling Operations and Workplace Risks
Common Manual Handling Injuries
Legal Responsibilities and Regulations
Manual Handling Risk Assessment
Avoiding and Reducing Manual Handling
Mechanical Aids and Assistive Equipment
Safe Manual Handling Techniques
Lifting, Carrying, Pushing, and Pulling Safely
Good Practice and Poor Manual Handling
Final Assessment
Modules are designed to be clear, practical, and easy to follow.
Learners must complete a multiple-choice final assessment to demonstrate understanding.
Pass mark: 75%. Retakes: Included at no extra cost. Certificate: Instant digital Manual Handling Certificate.
Certificates are issued immediately upon successful completion and confirm RoSPA and CPD certification.
This online manual handling training course is suitable for:
Employees carrying out manual handling tasks
Warehouse, retail, and logistics staff
Delivery drivers and couriers
Construction and maintenance workers
Office staff involved in lifting or moving items
New starters and refresher training
It is suitable for a wide range of UK workplaces and job roles.
There are no formal entry requirements for this course. No prior manual handling training is required.
It teaches employees how to carry out manual handling tasks safely and reduce the risk of injury.
Yes. UK law requires employers to provide appropriate training for employees involved in manual handling operations.
Yes. This course is fully RoSPA certified and CPD accredited.
Yes. The course is fully online and can be completed at your own pace.
Yes. You will receive an instant digital Manual Handling Certificate upon completion.
No. The certificate does not have an expiry date. However, refresher training is recommended periodically to ensure techniques remain safe and up to date.
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