Manual Handling (Objects)
The Level 2 Award in Manual Handling at Work provides essential training in safe manual handling practices and workplace injury prevention. This course is suitable for new starters, employees returning to work, and staff who need refresher training to maintain competence and compliance. It helps organisations meet their duties under the Manual Handling Operations Regulations while supporting safer working practices.
Incorrect manual handling remains one of the leading causes of workplace injury across the UK. Each year, poor lifting techniques, repetitive tasks, unsafe posture, and weak risk assessments contribute to a high number of reportable accidents. As a result, many workers experience musculoskeletal disorders, including back injuries, shoulder strain, and long-term pain. Effective manual handling training plays a vital role in reducing injuries, sickness absence, and work-related ill health.
During the course, learners develop a clear understanding of how the spine works and how manual handling injuries occur. In addition, they explore how to reduce risk through correct lifting and carrying techniques, effective manual handling risk assessments, and safer ways of working. The training also encourages staff to recognise hazards early and make informed decisions when handling loads.
Overall, this Manual Handling training course supports a safer workplace culture. It helps employers reduce injury rates, minimise downtime, and lower the risk of manual handling-related claims, while giving staff the confidence to work safely and responsibly.
What You Will Learn
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Understand key terms and definitions related to manual handling.
- Describe the structure of the spine and how manual handling can affect the back.
- Explain why safe manual handling is essential for health, safety, and legal compliance.
- Identify common manual handling activities that can pose a risk to health.
- Recognise how injuries occur and how to reduce the risk through planning and preparation.
- Understand the legal responsibilities of both employers and employees under current manual handling legislation.
- Appreciate the importance of manual handling risk assessments in different work settings.
- Apply safe handling techniques in a range of manual tasks, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.
- Demonstrate best practice in manual handling through supervised practical exercises.
- Complete competency sign-off (if required) for in-role evidence of safe practice.
Certification
Successful candidates will receive a certificate of achievement in Manual Handling at Work (Objects) – Level 2, confirming their understanding of safe lifting techniques and manual handling responsibilities in the workplace.
Related Courses
If you’re looking to expand your knowledge further, you might also be interested in our Health & safety Level 2 courses.
Course Location & Service Areas
We deliver in-house training at your workplace or chosen venue, tailored to your needs and schedule. This flexible approach removes the need to send staff off-site for essential learning.
Our experienced trainers deliver courses across Manchester and Greater Manchester, supporting organisations throughout the North West.
We also provide on-site training throughout England, covering major cities, towns, and regions nationwide, including North England, South England, London, and Surrey.
Wherever and however the training is delivered, all sessions are led by experienced Prima Cura Training instructors and meet the same high standards.
