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Manual handling injuries are among the most common causes of workplace absence and lost productivity.
This 3-hour course combines essential theory and hands-on practice to equip your staff with the skills needed to move objects safely and confidently.
Taught by experienced trainers, the course is designed for all industries and tailored to your environment — whether that’s warehouses, offices, retail, or care settings.
✔ Delivered on-site at your premises
✔ Compliant with the Manual Handling Operations Regulations (1992)
✔ Practical, engaging, and workplace-specific
Who Is it For?What will you Learn?
This course is suitable for:
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Warehouse, logistics, and facilities staff
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Office teams handling files, supplies or deliveries
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Healthcare, care home and retail employees
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Anyone involved in moving or lifting objects at work
Syllabus
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Understanding Manual Handling
What manual handling includes, common injuries, and their impact on staff and operations. -
Legal Responsibilities
An overview of the Manual Handling Operations Regulations (1992) and employer/employee duties. -
The Mechanics of Movement
How the musculoskeletal system works — and how posture, lifting technique, and awareness prevent injuries. -
Risk Assessment Techniques
Identify hazards, assess manual handling risks, and apply sensible, proportional controls. -
Hands-On Practice
Safe lifting, lowering, pushing, and pulling using techniques adapted to your workplace tasks and equipment.
Key Information
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Half-day course
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Scenarios tailored to your workplace
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Physical practice of safe manual handling techniques when delivered on-site
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Available as on-site training for groups of staff anywhere in the UK
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Available as a virtual classroom course for groups of staff.
Delivery Options and Pricing
On-Site Training
We come to you! Ideal for teams of 4–12 staff.
Nationwide delivery. Utilise our skilled trainers wherever you are in the UK.
Pick the dates that fit your work schedule.
Tailor scenarios to your workplace.
£900 + Vat for up to 12 delegates.
£1,300 + Vat for up to 12 delegates - for two courses on the same day.
Virtual Classoom - Group
Live via Teams with an Expert trainer
Great for staff based at different sites across the UK
Pick the dates that fit your work schedule.
Tailor scenarios to your workplace.
£800 + Vat for up to 12 delegates.
£1,100 + Vat for up to 12 delegates - for two courses on the same day.
Why Study with Safety Stars?
Drive safer decisions, reduce legal risk, and strengthen leadership accountability.
Practical and relevant to your setting
We tailor demonstrations and scenarios to suit your working environment — no generic slideshows here.
Helps meet legal duties
Our course supports compliance with UK manual handling legislation and helps reduce liability.
Reduces absences and claims
Well-trained staff are far less likely to suffer strains or sprains, reducing time off work and insurance costs.
Improves productivity
Less downtime, fewer injuries, and more efficient movement on the job.
Delivered by knowledgeable trainers
Our team understands real-life workplace challenges — and how to solve them with engaging, down-to-earth training.
Supports a culture of wellbeing and safety
Shows your team that their health and safety is a priority.
Nationwide on-site delivery
We deliver across the UK — at times that suit your shift patterns and business needs.
Frequently asked questions
