Safe Moving and Handling – Level 2 Award

The QA Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling (RQF) is a regulated and nationally recognised qualification tailored for those presently working or aspiring to work in roles involving manual handling. This course is particularly beneficial for individuals in diverse environments, such as warehouses and shops.

Participants will acquire essential principles of manual handling and learn how to apply them effectively in their workplace. Through hands-on practice, they will develop skills in a variety of techniques, ensuring they leave the course with confidence and competence.

Incorrect manual handling contributes to over a third of all workplace injuries and employers are obligated to provide adequate training for individuals involved in day-to-day manual handling tasks.

What’s covered?

• Common manual handling injuries
• Manual handling laws
• Responsibilities of employers and employees
• Risk assessments
• Safe movement principles associated with manual handling, including the body’s:
  • Musculoskeletal system
  • Centre of gravity
  • Lever system
• Manual handling equipment:
  • Types of manual handling aids and equipment
  • Maintenance and requirements for testing
• Manual handling practical sessions:
  • Solo lifting, carrying and lowering an object
  • Team manual handling
  • Using equipment