Why do this course?

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Many physical activities performed in the workplace are classified as hazardous manual tasks due to their potential to cause injury. These remain one of the leading causes of workplace injuries in NSW, particularly musculoskeletal disorders such as sprains and strains.

 

This program presents information and instruction to persons who carry out manual tasks as part of their day-to-day work. All participants are required to demonstrate correct techniques and preventative measures, preferably in their workplaces and relevant to their actual job tasks.

 

Each participant receives a certificate of attendance which may be useful as evidence that the business has provided information and instruction in hazardous manual tasks.

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Course Aims

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This training is designed to be specific to the hazardous manual tasks performed by persons in their day-to-day jobs and covers:

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• how the 5 risk factors of hazardous manual tasks can create injuries

• doing their tasks with the least risk,

• recognizing the risks and the best way to do their tasks

• stretch exercises that reduce the risk of injury

• responsibilities of workers to take care of their own health and safety as per WHS Law. 

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Who should do the course?

 

Anyone who performs physical tasks as part of their work. 

Duration

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2 hours 

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Delivery Location

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This course is available for delivery at your site and is ideally conducted in the actual workplace of participants.

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