CIEH Level 2 Award in Principles of Manual Handling

Enables employees to contribute to the development of safer manual handling methods and tasks

This qualification complements the CIEH Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace. Aimed at those who carry out manual handling at work, it introduces candidates to the risks of manual handling and the controls available. 		Why is this training important?

This qualification introduces candidates to the hazards and risks involved in manual handling and outlines what to expect from a manual handling assessment. It will enable employees to contribute to the development of safer manual handling methods and tasks in the workplace.

The qualification covers the following topics:

  • The process of manual handling in the workplace
  • Manual handling injuries and the activities which cause them
  • Manual handling assessment and control options
Responsibilities imposed by the Manual Handling Operations Regulations

Learning outcomes

• Identify the hazards of manual handling
• Identify the risks involved and controls available
• Identify what to expect from a manual handling risk assessment

Qualification information

Designed for: All employees
Course duration: 3 hours
Assessment method: Multiple choice test of 30 questions
Exam time:      1 hour