Prevent workplace injuries and ensure legal compliance with Manual Handling Training from ARC Plant & Civils Training. Our practical, accredited course teaches staff how to lift, carry, and move loads safely in line with Health & Safety Executive (HSE) guidance.
Perfect for construction, warehousing, manufacturing, logistics, and office environments.
Course Overview
- Accreditation: In-house / NPORS
- Duration: ½ day
- Location: ARC Training Centre (Treforest) or on-site
- Certification Validity: 3 years
- Assessment: Multiple choice test + practical exercises
What the Course Covers
- The law: Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992
- Common injuries and how they happen
- Principles of safe lifting, pushing, and pulling
- Posture, technique, and risk assessment
- Use of mechanical aids (e.g., trolleys, pallet trucks)
- Lifting as a team
- Real-life practical lifting exercises
- Final knowledge check
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for:
- Construction workers
- Warehouse & factory staff
- Delivery drivers
- Maintenance & facilities teams
- Office and admin staff who handle goods or equipment
Entry Requirements
- Age 16+
- Basic English understanding
- Suitable for all fitness levels (no heavy lifting required in training)
Funding Options
This course may be eligible for:
- Group bookings with employer funding
- PLA (Personal Learning Account) for broader upskilling
- CITB Levy Grants (if booked as part of wider site safety training)
Why Train with ARC?
- Delivered by qualified health & safety professionals
- Practical and engaging sessions
- On-site training available for groups
- Fully compliant with HSE standards
- CITB Approved Training Organisation (ATO)
Book Manual Handling Training Today
Protect your team and stay compliant—book your manual handling training now.
- Call: 01443 303 006
- Email: plant@thearcgroup.co.uk