ICTQual Level 2 Award in Principles of Manual Handling

This qualification provides a structured introduction to safe manual handling practices, focusing on reducing workplace injuries and ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation.

• Regulated Level 2 qualification by ICTQual AB

• Workplace-focused manual handling theory training

• Risk assessment and injury prevention principles

• Flexible delivery formats (online or classroom)

• Suitable for multiple industries and job roles

• Assessment-based certification upon completion

The ICTQual Level 2 Award in Principles of Manual Handling is designed to develop awareness of safe handling techniques used in everyday workplace tasks. It focuses on reducing injuries caused by incorrect lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of loads, which are among the most common workplace hazards. The course aligns with recognised health and safety principles used across multiple industries including logistics, construction, healthcare, and manufacturing.

• Understanding safe manual handling principles

• Awareness of workplace hazards and risks

• Compliance with health and safety legislation

• Importance of correct posture and technique

• Use of mechanical aids where appropriate

• Contribution to safer workplace culture

This course develops essential knowledge required to perform manual handling tasks safely and effectively in the workplace.

• Understand the principles and importance of safe manual handling

• Identify risks and hazards associated with manual handling tasks

• Learn safe lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling techniques

• Understand risk assessment principles in manual handling

• Recognise legal responsibilities of employers and employees

• Learn how to reduce and prevent manual handling injuries

This qualification is suitable for individuals working in environments where manual handling tasks are part of daily duties. It is ideal for both new and experienced employees seeking to improve workplace safety awareness.

• Warehouse and logistics workers

• Construction and site operatives

• Healthcare and care support staff

• Manufacturing and factory workers

• Retail and delivery personnel

• Supervisors and team leaders responsible for safety

The course has minimal entry requirements and is designed to be accessible to a wide range of learners regardless of prior experience.

• Minimum age of 16 years recommended

• Basic English literacy and numeracy skills

Learners are assessed through structured knowledge-based evaluation methods designed to test understanding of manual handling principles and workplace safety.

• Multiple-choice question assessment (MCQ)

• Written or online knowledge test

• Scenario-based risk identification tasks

• Final assessment covering core learning outcomes

Upon successful completion, learners can progress to higher-level health and safety qualifications or specialised workplace safety training.

• ICTQual Level 3 Award in Manual Handling Risk Assessment

• ICTQual Level 3 Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

• Industry-specific safety and operational training

• Supervisory or health and safety support roles