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Ready to equip your workforce with safe manual handling skills? Our team is ready to help you!
$3500
What it includes:
We simplify the process of implementing effective manual handling training in your workplace with our streamlined 3-step approach:
Complete the form above, and our team will contact you within 2 hours or by the next business day. Our specialists will discuss your industry requirements, workforce challenges, and training goals.
We offer on-site or virtual assessments to evaluate manual handling techniques, lifting methods, workstation setups, and equipment use. Our experts provide industry-specific recommendations and hands-on training to prevent injuries and encourage safe movement.
We deliver practical manual handling training tailored to your workplace. Immediate recommendations for quick improvements, along with customised reports for long-term injury prevention strategies, ensure that your employees receive ongoing benefits from the training.
Improper manual handling is one of the leading causes of common workplace injuries. Using incorrect techniques to carry heavy loads can result in body stressing and traumatic physical injury—both key players in workers compensation claims.
Our training can help your organisation create a safer work environment while meeting your legal obligations for employee safety.
Being able to carry heavy loads is only half the battle. Knowing the safest ways to carry heavy loads in large quantities will go a long way in protecting employee health. This way, your organisation gets the best and most productive results—every single time.
Proper manual handling training significantly reduces musculoskeletal injuries, leading to fewer compensation claims and more favorable insurance terms.
Stay ahead of workplace safety regulations and avoid costly penalties with our up-to-date training that is tailored for every employer.
Employees trained in efficient handling techniques work more effectively and confidently, reducing time lost to improper methods or injury-related absences.
Our training helps create a proactive safety mindset throughout your organisation, where employees actively participate in maintaining a safer workplace. This cultural shift leads to improved morale and reduced turnover rates.
Our manual handling sessions are driven by qualified instructors, who have decades of combined experience in workplace safety. With a focus on real-world applications, the session will be customised to cover relevant and transferable skills. Address your industry’s unique challenges and empower your workers today.
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Manual handling training teaches employees how to safely lift, carry, push, pull, and move objects in the workplace. It’s essential because improper manual handling techniques are the leading cause of workplace musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and back injuries. Providing manual handling training ensures workplace safety and complies with work health and safety regulations.
If your employees perform any of these activities, manual handling training is essential:
Almost every workplace can benefit from proper manual handling training to prevent injuries and improve efficiency.
Our manual handling training session covers:
Parts of these will be customised to suit the nature of the work commonly done by the employees.
Our standard manual handling training course takes 4-6 hours to complete, typically delivered in a single day. The session includes both theoretical knowledge and practical exercises to ensure comprehensive learning.
Our training covers common mechanical aids and lifting equipment including:
We can customise the equipment coverage based on what’s used in your workplace.
The primary manual handling hazards include:
Understanding these risks is crucial for preventing workplace injuries and developing effective control measures.
While legal requirements vary by region, we recommend refresher training every 1-2 years to maintain best practices and ensure compliance. Some industries with higher risk levels may require annual recertification. Regular updates help reinforce proper techniques and address any new workplace challenges or equipment changes.
Reach us at office@ausrehab.com or give us a call at 1300 391 947 for any questions you might have.
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Still undecided? That’s why we offer free consultations to assist with taking the first step toward a safer, more productive workspace. Schedule a no-cost consultation with us today.
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