MANUAL HANDLING

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Manual Handling Training Course | FBPOPR2074 – Carry Out Manual Handling Tasks

Learn Safe Manual Handling Techniques. Reduce Workplace Injuries. Improve Safety.

Manual handling tasks are part of everyday work across many industries, but incorrect lifting and movement techniques can lead to serious workplace injuries. Our Manual Handling Training course provides participants with the practical skills and knowledge required to safely lift, move, carry, and handle materials while reducing injury risks.

This nationally recognised training program focuses on safe work practices, hazard awareness, and correct manual handling procedures for real workplace environments.


Nationally Recognised Manual Handling Qualification

Unit of Competency:

FBPOPR2074 – Carry Out Manual Handling Tasks

This course teaches participants how to safely perform manual handling activities using proper lifting techniques and basic handling equipment while following workplace safety procedures.

Successful participants receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment recognised across Australia.


Why Manual Handling Training Matters

Manual handling injuries remain one of the leading causes of workplace incidents across industries including warehousing, manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, construction, and retail.

Proper training helps workers:

✅ Reduce workplace injury risks

✅ Improve lifting and movement techniques

✅ Increase workplace safety awareness

✅ Improve compliance with workplace procedures

✅ Build confidence performing physical work tasks safely


Course Information

Training Delivery: Face-to-Face Learning

Course Duration: 3–4 Hours (depending on participant experience)

Course Cost: $60.00 Per Person

Certification: Statement of Attainment Issued Upon Successful Completion


Course Overview

This training program combines theory and practical activities to ensure participants understand how to complete manual handling tasks safely and efficiently.

Training focuses on reducing strain injuries by teaching correct movement techniques, safe lifting methods, and practical risk control measures.

Participants learn skills that can be immediately applied within workplace environments.


What You Will Learn

Key Learning Areas Include:

✔ Understanding workplace legislation and manual handling requirements

✔ Identifying manual handling hazards and risks

✔ Understanding what manual handling tasks involve

✔ Applying safe lifting and carrying techniques

✔ Selecting the safest movement methods for materials and equipment

✔ Understanding injury risks caused by poor handling practices

✔ Using basic manual handling equipment correctly

✔ Completing practical workplace scenarios


Practical Training with Workplace Applications

This course includes practical demonstrations and real-world scenarios to help participants confidently apply safe manual handling procedures in the workplace.

Training includes:

Theory-Based Learning

Hands-On Practical Activities

Workplace Safety Discussions

Risk Management Principles


Assessment Requirements

Participants must successfully complete:

Written / Theory Assessment

Practical Observation Assessment

Both assessments are designed to confirm workplace competency and understanding of safe manual handling practices.


Entry Requirements

To participate in this course, individuals should:

  • Have basic English reading and writing skills

  • Possess basic numeracy and communication abilities (minimum Year 10 level)

  • Have access to suitable lifting items for practical activities (small box and larger container recommended)


Certification and Recognition

Participants assessed as competent receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment issued under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

Training certification is issued through:

Health Safety Training in affiliation with Commonsense Safety Training (RTO ID 41347)


Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is not available for this course due to the short duration and cost-effectiveness of the training program.


Lift Smarter. Work Safer. Reduce Injury Risks.

Build practical manual handling skills that improve workplace safety, reduce injuries, and increase confidence when performing physical work tasks.

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