Manual handling is an everyday occurrence in the workplace and will vary in intensity from role to role. This month HSE launched a campaign to combat serious aches, pains and strains in construction and will be carrying out 1,000 inspections until November, checking how workers are moving heavy or bulky materials. Regardless of industry, a large […]
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Broadcast September 2021
This month’s Broadcast covers the end of the Job Retention Scheme (furlough) and one of the unfortunate consequences – redundancies. And, as it is Back care Awareness Week next week, we discuss how to look after your back, whether working from home or in the workplace. There’s also a link to our free extended toolbox […]
Manual Handling
Duration: 3 hours This course is designed for employees at all levels who are required to undertake manual handling activities, to help reduce the risk of manual handling injuries. Course includes: Definition of manual handling and an overview of the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 Recognising manual handling hazards and injuries Understanding injuries arising from poor […]
Broadcast February 2021
Welcome to this month’s Broadcast, which includes articles about whether you can force an employee to have a vaccine, manual handling and first aid at work during the pandemic. H&S UPDATE: Manual Handling – time for a refresh? Manual handling occurs in practically every workplace and encompasses everything from lifting and supporting a load, through […]
Manual Handling
Duration: 3 hours This course is designed for employees at all levels who are required to undertake manual handling activities, to help reduce the risk of manual handling injuries. Course includes: Definition of manual handling and an overview of the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 Recognising manual handling hazards and injuries Understanding injuries arising from poor […]