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Manual Handling Training in Dubai

Develop the knowledge and practical skills needed to handle loads safely, reduce workplace risks and prevent manual handling injuries.

Manual Handling Training provides participants with a broad understanding of manual handling principles, combining theoretical knowledge with practical application across different workplace scenarios. The programme covers safe lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling techniques, ergonomic principles and risk prevention.

Duration2–4 Hours
QualificationManual Handling Training Certificate
Manual Handling Training
Course Overview

Understand and prevent manual handling risks

Manual handling activities are common across many workplaces and may expose employees to injuries when loads are lifted, lowered, carried, pushed or pulled incorrectly. This training explains the risks and health effects associated with manual handling, including immediate injuries and musculoskeletal disorders.

Participants learn how to identify hazards, assess manual handling tasks and apply prevention strategies. The course also addresses ergonomic considerations, the LITE approach (Load, Individual, Task and Environment), safe handling techniques, mechanical aids, accident reporting and practical case studies.

Target Audience

Who should attend?

This training is intended for management staff, senior managers, HSE supervisors and all staff involved in or overseeing workplace manual handling activities.

Training Curriculum

What the course covers

A structured programme covering manual handling hazards, risk assessment, safe handling techniques and injury prevention.

01

Module 1: Introduction to Manual Handling

  • Introduction
  • What is Manual Handling?
  • Who does manual handling affect?
  • Benefits of controlling risks
02

Module 2: Risks and Injuries in Manual Handling

  • Injuries and health risks
  • Types of injury
  • Immediate injuries
  • Musculoskeletal disorders
03

Module 3: Legal Responsibilities and Workplace Roles

  • Legislation and regulations
  • Employer duties
  • Employee duties
04

Module 4: Risk Assessment and Prevention Strategies

  • Avoiding manual handling
  • Reducing the risk
  • Ergonomics in manual handling
  • LITE (Load, Individual, Task, Environment)
05

Module 5: Emergency Procedures and Reporting

  • Accident reporting and first aid
06

Module 6: Practical Applications and Case Studies

  • Case studies and practical demonstrations
07

Module 7: Manual Handling Techniques

  • Lifting and lowering techniques
  • Safe weights for lifting and lowering
  • Carrying
  • Pushing and pulling
  • Team handling
08

Module 8: Use of Equipment and Aids

  • Use of mechanical aids
  • Team handling (advanced)
Frequently Asked Questions

Manual Handling Training FAQs

Find answers to common questions about course duration, manual handling risks, safe lifting techniques and certification.

The training duration is approximately 2–4 hours.
The course is intended for management staff, senior managers, HSE supervisors and all staff.
The course covers manual handling principles, injury risks, legal responsibilities, risk assessment, prevention strategies, safe handling techniques and the use of mechanical aids.
The training addresses immediate injuries and musculoskeletal disorders, along with other health risks associated with manual handling.
Yes. The programme covers lifting and lowering techniques, safe weights, carrying, pushing and pulling, and team handling.
LITE refers to Load, Individual, Task and Environment. It is included in the risk assessment and prevention strategies module.
Yes. The course includes the use of mechanical aids and advanced team handling.
Successful completion of the training will result in the award of a Manual Handling Training Certificate.

Build safer manual handling practices at work

Help your team understand manual handling risks and apply safer techniques in everyday tasks.

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Learning Outcomes

Course Objectives

Participants develop the understanding and practical skills needed to assess manual handling risks and contribute to injury prevention.

  • Equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of manual handling risks and regulations
  • Develop practical skills for safe lifting, carrying and team handling
  • Build awareness of ergonomic principles and their application in workplace design
  • Enable participants to conduct effective risk assessments and contribute to injury prevention
  • Promote reporting and continuous improvement in manual handling practices