In every workplace, workers are exposed to day to day activities which involve some kind of manual handling, some more hazardous than others. These tasks are a common cause of injury in the workplace, and as such, understanding how to undertake these tasks safely is imperative. Without manual handling training, employees can make mistakes and even suffer serious injury. This is especially true if an employee is around hazardous substances or activities.
This training in this course allows you to develop the skills, knowledge and confidence required to firstly recognise potentially hazardous manual tasks and the sources of risks and risk factors. Then prepare for and apply controls to complete these tasks using manual handling techniques which support safe work practice.
You will also learn about the function of the body in movement and performing manual tasks, the importance of posture and positioning of the body and how to recognise symptoms of an injury and report it.
The skills in this course are applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice such as the Hazardous manual tasks code of practice applies.
Provider of Training and Assessment
Important information prior to enrolment
Unit Being Delivered
The following unit(s) will be awarded to successful participants in this course. The certificate will be issued by Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909.
- HLTWHS005 – Conduct manual tasks safely
To view full unit details please visit www.training.gov.au
Course Delivery
- This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by 3 Rivers Training.
Entry Requirements
- Participants must have the physical capacity to use appropriate equipment, posture and handling techniques to conduct a manual move and/or lift.
Course Duration (face to face)
- Face to Face – 4 hours (minimum) – full face to face course.
- Blended delivery – 3 hours (minimum) face to face course – with the addition of 2-hour self-paced learning to be completed prior to attending the face to face course.
- Refresher training – 2 hours (minimum) – conditions apply for this option, for example, you will need to provide previous current certificates.
Enhanced Online Learning (EOL)
- Online delivery with face to face Practical assessment – self paced online learning and assessment to be completed within six (6) months from the date of enrolment.
Assessment Requirements
Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.
Certificate Renewal Requirements
No industry recommended renewal is identified on the certificate, employers are recommended to consult with stakeholders to identify appropriate training periods.
Course Fees and Payments
Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909.
- Course fee $125.00 (fee individuals GST inclusive; Groups GST exclusive)
- Rights & responsibilities including complaints, appeals & refunds – Please refer to the student handbook for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals & the 3 Rivers Training T & C
- Payment Terms – Payment for individual participants is upfront, group booking payment terms are 14 days from booking date
Work Placement Arrangements
No work placement will be required as part of this course.
What happens at the course?
Learning Activities
Delivery of course information and learning activities.
Assessment Activities
Assessments conducted during face-to-face training session(s) include:
- Performance tasks
- 3 scenarios
- In relation to the scenarios, demonstrate each of the following for each of the scenarios:
- Identify a manual task involving risk
- Undertake risk assessment and complete a risk assessment form
- Prepare for the manual task
- Safely complete the manual task
Documentation – Completion of a Discomfort Survey and Risk Assessment forms.
Theory assessment – A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice and short answer questions. The student must complete all assessment questions.
Non Accredited Session
Participate in an additional non accredited session with manual handling nurses to consolidate your learnings and your skills.
Note: this additional non accredited training does not lead to a nationally recognised certificate outcome.
