Employability
Manual handling
These accredited courses are suitable for anyone undertaking manual handling operations in the workplace, at home or in other settings.
Where do the courses take place
Courses take place at the Thomas Calton Centre, Alpha Street, SE15 4NX.
What you'll learn
- the reasons for safe manual handling
- how manual handling risk assessments contribute to improving health and safety
- the principles, types of equipment and testing requirements associated with safety in manual handling
- how to apply safe manual handling principles.
How is the course taught
The course is led by a specialist tutor and will include learning from Powerpoint presentations and group discussions. You will need to pass a short assessment at the end of the course to achieve the award.
Materials you'll need
Bring a notebook and pen or pencil.
After the course
You will have improved manual handling skills which can boost employment prospects in various settings.
How to enrol
Complete an enrolment form online
Find out how to enrol, locations and more about our services.
Course details
|
Title |
Days and times |
Course code, start date, number of weeks |
Fees £5 annual registration fee may also apply |
|
Manual handling |
Thursday 9:30am to 4pm |
ES4006 13 February 2025 1 day |
£30 standard £15 concession |
|
Manual handling |
Saturday 9:30am to 4pm |
ES4010 15 March 2025 1 day |
£30 standard £15 concession |
|
Manual handling |
Thursday 9:30am to 4pm |
ES4012 22 May 2025 1 day |
£30 standard £15 concession |
Contact details
You can:
- phone 020 7358 2100
- email adult.learning@southwark.gov.uk
Page last updated: 22 November 2024
