Ergonomics – Manual handling of loads

Summary

Manual handling of loads can put considerable strain on the back and body when performed incorrectly. This practical training teaches participants how to recognise ergonomic risks and safely lift, carry and move loads. By combining basic knowledge of ergonomics and back health with practical exercises, participants learn techniques to reduce physical strain and prevent injuries during their daily work.

Target Audience

• Employees who regularly lift, carry or manually move loads
• Employees whose work involves physical strain on the back
• Employees who want to improve their ergonomic working techniques

Objectives

By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

• Identify the main risks associated with manual handling
• Assess key points before lifting or moving a load
• Recognise and correct risky working postures
• Apply safe and ergonomic lifting and handling techniques
• Reduce physical strain and the risk of back injuries

Course content

Theory

• Basic principles of ergonomics and back health
• Physical strain and load capacity
• Causes and prevention of back injuries
• Risky and correct working postures
• Safe manual handling principles
• Appropriate use of PPE

Practice

• LMRA applied to manual handling
• Safe lifting and moving techniques
• Recognising and correcting risky postures
• Techniques to reduce physical strain and the risk of back injuries

Additional information

A specific version of this training is also available for office workers who want to improve the ergonomics of their workplace. This version focuses on healthy sitting, screen work, ergonomic equipment and reducing physical strain during office work.

For office workers, we recommend organising the training in-company so that the actual workplace can be assessed and the practical content adapted accordingly. For more information, contact coordination@ahlex.eu.