Conduct manual tasks safely
Duration
Half-day training and assessment session
Delivery
Face-to-face
Volume of Learning
Approx. 8 hours
Course Fees
$125.00
Nationally Recognised
Delivered by Optimum Training Academy Pty Ltd, Registered Training Organisation 46534.
Course Overview
The HLTWHS005 Conduct manual tasks safely unit describes the skills and knowledge required to recognise potentially hazardous manual tasks, and then to prepare for and complete those tasks in a safe manner.
Nationally Recognised Unit of Competency (Release 1) describing skills to recognise potentially hazardous manual tasks.
Quality content and robust training programs by Optimum Training Academy (RTO#46534).
Essential for workers in a broad range of industries and professions.
Develops requisite skills to prepare for and complete manual tasks in a safe manner.
What You Will Learn
- Identify manual tasks involving risk
- Prepare for manual tasks
- Complete manual tasks
- Contribute to safe work practices
Course Units
Entry Requirements
- Must be able to perform manual handling tasks safely
- Physical capacity to use appropriate equipment, posture and handling techniques
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) available?
Due to the requirement for annual retraining in the competencies contained within this unit, RPL will not be offered.
How often should I refresh my manual handling training?
Industry standards recommend that manual handling training be conducted every two years.
What are the physical requirements?
Students must have the physical capacity to use appropriate equipment, posture and handling techniques to conduct a manual move and/or lift safely.
Ready to start?
Get certified in workplace safety and manual handling.
What's Included
- Reading Materials and Assessment Workbook
- Access to suitable facilities and compliant workplace procedures
- Manual handling equipment (Mobile hoists, Slide sheets, Stretchers)