Moving and Handling Principles Level 2

Ofqual Regulated | Refresher Training Recommended Every 3 Years

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Level 3 First Aid at Work and Paediatric First Aid Combined (RQF)

Duration:3 hr
£494+ VAT for up to 12 delegates
Ofqual Regulated
Certificate valid 3 years

The QA Level 2 Award in Principles of Manual Handling (RQF) is a regulated and nationally recognised qualification designed to provide employees with essential awareness of safe manual handling practices.

This theory-based course is ideal for all staff members, ensuring they understand the risks of unsafe manual handling and how to avoid common workplace injuries.

With the entire course covered in just half a day, it is a convenient way to reduce the risk of manual handling injuries while minimising disruption to your daily operations.

Syllabus:

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Common Manual Handling Injuries

Learn about the most frequent injuries caused by unsafe manual handling and how to prevent them.

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Manual Handling Laws

Understand the legal responsibilities of employers and employees regarding safe manual handling.

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Risk Assessments

Learn how to conduct risk assessments to identify and mitigate manual handling risks.

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Safe Movement Principles

Gain insight into the body’s musculoskeletal system, centre of gravity, and lever system and how they relate to safe movement.

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Theory of Safe Manual Handling

Learn the steps for safe lifting, carrying, and lowering, whether working solo or as part of a team.

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Manual Handling Equipment

Explore different types of manual handling aids, their proper use, and requirements for maintenance and testing.

Flexible and Tailored Training Solutions

We know your organisation’s day-to-day activities are important, which is why this 1/2 day course is designed to fit around your schedule. Our trainers can deliver the course on-site, at a time and location that works best for you, ensuring minimal disruption to your team.

High-Quality, Practical Training

Our course integrates up-to-date materials and interactive teaching methods to ensure an engaging and effective learning experience. 

On-Site at your Location:

We’ll come to your premises anywhere in Bristol, the South West, or across the UK. If your team finds it easier to train on-site, we make it happen.

Certification, Regulatory Compliance and Excellence

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive the QA Level 2 Award in Principles of Manual Handling (RQF), an Ofqual-regulated qualification. Refresher training is recommended every 3 years to keep your team’s knowledge and skills up to date.

Why Partner With Passion First Aid?

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Of injuries would have been preventable had first aid been given before the emergency services arrived.

At Passion First Aid, we focus on more than just providing training; we offer tailored programmes that meet your organisation’s specific needs. With our Moving and Handling Principles course, you can be confident that your staff will gain the essential knowledge to perform manual handling tasks safely, reducing the risk of injury in your workplace.

Minimised Disruption

Training is delivered on-site, allowing staff to continue their responsibilities with minimal interruption.

Tailored Content

Our course content is customised to address the specific manual handling challenges your team faces.

Ongoing Partnership

We are committed to providing continuous support, offering resources and guidance as your manual handling needs evolve.

With Passion First Aid, you can ensure your team is well-equipped with the principles of safe manual handling, reducing injuries and enhancing workplace safety.

Testimonials

Read our reviews to discover how we have consistently exceeded expectations and delivered unparalleled satisfaction.

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Badger Father
15:38 17 Dec 24
Very good training, really enjoyed it, very useful great trainer
Georgia Flavell-avery
15:37 17 Dec 24
Simon was very knowledgeable and confident in his ability to teach.
Georgie Mudway
15:19 25 Nov 24
Very good course. Simon was a great trainer. Learnt a lot of new things. Very funny and engaging.
Ellie Griffin
15:19 25 Nov 24
olusegun osimosu
16:45 06 Nov 24
Well coordinated training. Lot of information within the limited time. Great training altogether.
ANDREW HENRY
09:53 09 Aug 24
Great Emergency First Aid course run by Jim, excellent content and practical exercises, Jim is a passionate and enthusiastic instructor who puts you at ease straight away saying there’s no stupid questions.and if I only remember one thing it’s Airway, Airway, ,Airway 👍
Bcozycozy hq
15:41 19 Jul 24
Simon Robert’s was Very knowledgeable, confident and definitely engaged the whole class. His relaxed and straight forward approach is what all trainers need
Sophie Johnson
15:39 19 Jul 24
Really good training with trainer Simon McRoberts. Brilliant knowledge and experience. Less boring classroom and more fun and engaging learning experience. Thank you! ☺️
Lydia Taylor
15:45 18 Jul 24
Wonderful. Simon was fun and very engaging. Feel much more confident if I ever need to use first aid at work. Thank you!

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