Manual Handling Workshop

Manual handling training is needed for individuals involved in lifting, pushing, or pulling goods in the workplace. This comprehensive and highly practical course equips learners with the knowledge and skills to minimise risks and ensure safety when performing manual handling tasks. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the importance of proper techniques, reducing the likelihood of injuries and improving workplace efficiency.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to manual handling, this course offers valuable insights into safe practices. Enrol today to learn effective manual handling techniques and ensure a safer working environment for yourself and your team. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn the principles of manual handling training and apply them to your daily tasks!

Course outline

The qualifying learner is capable of understanding:

  • what manual handling is and why it is so important to follow the correct procedure
  • the anatomy of the spine and human movements
  • the risks associated with the handling of loads
  • the principles of safe handling
  • manual handling techniques
  • ergonomics in the workplace
  • risk assessments.

Course Information

Study in your own time, at your own pace via our E-Learning offering. Selected NOSA Colleges also offer fully equipped computer and internet facilities so that you can start a career in health and safety. A free service accessible to registered students.

SafetyCloud courses

Accredited:

No

Unit Standard Title:

E-Learning Price:

Not Available as E-learning

E-Learning Duration:

Not Available as E-learning
SafetyCloud courses

Credits:

SafetyCloud courses

SAQA ID:

NQF Level:

Prerequisites:

None

HUB Availability:

Online Computer HUBs available at NOSA College Centurion, Tyger Valley and Westville.

Target Groups:

• This programme is aimed at any person working in a warehouse that conducts manual product handling functions.

Receive online training delivered through video conferencing learning.

SafetyCloud courses

Accredited:

No

Unit Standard Title:

Webinar Price:

Not Available as Webinar

Webinar Duration:

Not Available as Webinar
SafetyCloud courses

Credits:

SafetyCloud courses

SAQA ID:

NQF Level:

Prerequisites:

None

HUB Availability:

Online Computer HUBs available at NOSA College Centurion, Tyger Valley and Westville.

Target Groups:

• This programme is aimed at any person working in a warehouse that conducts manual product handling functions.

Book your seat at any one of our 15 NOSA Colleges throughout South Africa to experience health and safety training in the classroom guided by dedicated and experienced course facilitators.

SafetyCloud courses

Accredited:

No

Unit Standard Title:

Classroom Price:

R7 101,25 (incl. VAT)

Classroom Duration:

2 to 3 hours (depending on the level of interaction and the number of questions that arise from the session)
SafetyCloud courses

Credits:

SafetyCloud courses

SAQA ID:

NQF Level:

Prerequisites:

None

HUB Availability:

Online Computer HUBs available at NOSA College Centurion, Tyger Valley and Westville.

Target Groups:

• This programme is aimed at any person working in a warehouse that conducts manual product handling functions.