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Manual Handling & Lifting Techniques | 2026 Update
Learn safe manual handling techniques, risk assessment (LITE/TILE), back care, and workplace injury prevention.
Created byMst Guljahan
Last updated 1/2026
English
What you'll learn
- Understand the fundamentals of manual handling and identify common tasks that pose physical risks across various industries.
- Apply safe lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling techniques using biomechanics, ergonomics, and proper posture.
- Conduct manual handling risk assessments using the LITE and TILE frameworks to recognize and reduce workplace hazards.
- Promote and contribute to a strong safety culture by implementing behavior-based safety practices and effective reporting systems.
- Adapt manual handling strategies to high-risk environments such as healthcare, construction, agriculture, warehousing, and education.
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Course content
6 sections • 6 lectures • 1h 17m total length
Requirements
- No prior experience or qualifications are required—this course is suitable for complete beginners as well as experienced professionals.
Description
Do you lift, carry, or move objects at work? One wrong move can lead to injury—but the right training can prevent it. If you’re looking to protect your health, improve your handling technique, and build confidence in your daily tasks, this course is for you.
This Manual Handling course is designed for workers across all industries who want to perform manual tasks safely and efficiently. Whether you’re in healthcare, construction, warehousing, agriculture, or education, the risks of improper manual handling are real—and preventable.
Throughout this course, you’ll gain a deep understanding of safe manual handling principles, including correct posture, body mechanics, and injury prevention techniques. You’ll also explore essential frameworks such as LITE and TILE to help assess and manage risks before performing any task.
In addition to technical skills, this training will help you support a strong safety culture in your workplace. You’ll learn how to identify hazards, report unsafe practices, and adapt handling techniques for high-risk or changing environments.
By the end of the course, you’ll have practical tools and proven strategies to reduce strain, avoid injury, and ensure compliance with workplace safety standards. Whether you're new to manual handling or refreshing your knowledge, this course is a valuable investment in your long-term health and career.
Who this course is for:
- This course is for anyone who lifts, moves, or carries items as part of their job. It’s ideal for workers in warehouses, healthcare, construction, agriculture, or education. It’s also suitable for new employees who need basic manual handling training, as well as team leaders or managers who want to improve safety at work. If you want to prevent injuries and learn safe handling techniques, this course is for you.