Level 1 Award in Manual Handling at Work
The Level 1 Award in Manual Handling at Work; awarded by InnoQual UK , to provide learners with essential knowledge and practical skills to perform manual handling tasks safely, recognize risks, and adopt safe working practices to prevent injury in the workplace.
- 6 Modules
- 6 Credits
- DLH 16
- Course Code INNOQ5416049
- Learners must be 16 years or older
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills to understand course materials and complete assessments
- Learners must be physically capable of performing manual handling tasks safely
- No prior manual handling qualifications are required
- Learners must agree to follow health, safety, and workplace procedures during practical sessions
| Course Code | Curriculum Title | Credit | DLH |
|---|---|---|---|
| INNOQ5416049-1 | Basics of Safe Manual Handling Practices | 1 | 2 |
| INNOQ5416049-2 | Identifying Hazards and Risks in Manual Handling | 1 | 2 |
| INNOQ5416049-3 | Safe Handling Practices and Procedures | 1 | 3 |
| INNOQ5416049-4 | Safe Lifting, Carrying, and Handling Methods | 1 | 4 |
| INNOQ5416049-5 | Injury Prevention in Manual Handling | 1 | 3 |
| INNOQ5416049-6 | Manual Handling and Workplace Health Promotion | 1 | 2 |
Basics of Safe Manual Handling Practices:
Explain the purpose and importance of manual handling in the workplace.
Recognize the responsibilities of employees and employers in safe manual handling.
Understand how safe practices reduce workplace injuries.
Identifying Hazards and Risks in Manual Handling:
Identify common hazards associated with manual handling tasks.
Assess risks linked to lifting, carrying, and moving objects.
Understand factors contributing to injury during manual handling activities.
Safe Handling Practices and Procedures:
Apply principles of safe manual handling to reduce the risk of injury.
Demonstrate correct posture and alignment during handling tasks.
Plan and prepare for safe movement of objects.
Safe Lifting, Carrying, and Handling Methods:
Demonstrate proper techniques for lifting, carrying, and lowering objects.
Use appropriate methods to reduce strain on the body.
Adapt handling techniques according to the size, weight, and environment of objects.
Injury Prevention in Manual Handling:
Identify strategies to prevent musculoskeletal injuries in the workplace.
Use mechanical aids and teamwork to minimize risk when moving objects.
Maintain safe working practices consistently during manual handling tasks.
Manual Handling and Workplace Health Promotion:
Explain how safe manual handling contributes to overall workplace health and wellbeing.
Recognize long-term effects of poor handling practices.
Promote safe manual handling practices among colleagues and within the organization.
- New employees seeking basic knowledge of safe manual handling
- Workers in sectors like retail, healthcare, warehousing, or construction
- Employers and supervisors ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
- Individuals aiming to improve manual handling skills and reduce injury risk.
- Health and safety officers or team leaders responsible for staff training
- Anyone wanting to understand key manual handling principles for a safer workplace
- All modules within this qualification are assessed internally by the approved training centre and externally verified by InnoQual UK.
The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that every learner meets the specific learning outcomes and performance standards. - A Pass in any unit is awarded only when the learner provides authentic, valid, and sufficient evidence demonstrating achievement of all assessment criteria.
Assessors are responsible for evaluating this evidence and confirming that the learner has achieved the competence required by InnoQual UK’s quality standards.
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