Unit Standards: 17592
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Description
Welcome to our comprehensive Manual Handling Course designed to help you understand the causes of back injuries and equip you with effective methods to prevent them in the workplace. This course focuses on the functions of the spine, risk factors associated
The aim of this course is to provide participants with the knowledge and skills required to identify the causes of back injury and implement preventive measures in various workplace settings.
Our course delves into the following key areas:
- Functions of the Spine: Understand the structure and functions of the spine to better appreciate its vulnerability.
- Risk Factors: Identify the risk factors associated with back injuries and their implications.
- Back Care Techniques: Learn effective back care techniques and exercises to maintain a healthy spine.
- Workplace Control Measures: Discover strategies to identify and implement workplace control measures.
- Actions and Movements: Explore proper actions and movements for safe manual handling.
- Working Posture and Position: Understand the importance of ergonomic posture and positioning.
- Duration and Frequency: Learn about the ideal duration and frequency of manual handling tasks.
- Location of Loads: Determine the best practices for positioning and handling loads.
- Reducing Sprains and Strains: Discover techniques to reduce the risk of sprains and strains.
- Risk Factors in Workplace Design: Analyse workplace design for potential risk factors.
- Work Environment: Assess the work environment and its impact on back injury risk.
Our course combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on exercises to ensure you can confidently apply what you’ve learned in real-world situations. You’ll participate in practical scenarios that simulate common workplace manual handling tasks.
This course covers Unit Standard(s)
17592: Identify the causes of back injury and methods to prevent back injuries in the workplace
Attendees
Maximum 12
This course is opened by request.
Entry Criteria
Learner Detail Confirmation:
All learners are required to have their identity verified prior to attending training.
If a learner is new to Industry Training Works, or their details cannot be confirmed within our database, we may request a copy of valid identification to complete enrolment.
Course Criteria:
Participants must meet minimum English language requirements (e.g. NCEA Level 1 or equivalent / IELTS 5.5) If this requirement is not met, a reader/writer must be provided (not another course participant).
Literacy & Numeracy Support
We have processes in place to support all participants throughout their training, helping them achieve certification where applicable.
There is also a free online learning platform, Pathways Awarua, which helps build reading, writing, and maths skills, along with practical work and life skills. This includes support for learning to drive (Road Code), heavy vehicle and forklift licences, health and safety, and understanding personal finance (My Money).
Find out more about Pathways Awarua here.
