Introduction
The Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling is intended as an introduction to moving and handling activities for those starting work, returning to work or who need specific training in manual handling, as well as being a suitable qualification for refresher training.

Learners gaining this qualification will understand that moving and handling must be carried out correctly and will recognise its importance in ensuring a safer working environment.

Course Details
The course will be presented in a varied and interesting way and will include:

• Details of relevant legislation
• Practical exercises
• Interactive discussion

Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course the delegate will:

• Understand the reasons for safe manual handling
• Understand how manual handling risk assessments contribute to improving health and safety
• Understand the principles, types of equipment and testing requirements associated with manual handling safety
• Be able to apply safe manual handling principles.

Who should attend
The course is aimed at:
• All employees in workplaces, especially those who are required to undertake manual handling.
• Persons preparing to return to work.

Duration
The course lasts for one day.

Examination
This qualification is assessed through a practical examination through the duration of the course by the tutor, followed by a 15-question multiple-choice question examination.

The duration of the examination is 30 minutes. All successful candidates will receive the nationally recognised Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling.

Venues
The fees below are based on delegates attending one of our open courses.
If you have four or more people requiring training, you might find it more cost effective for us to deliver the training in-house.
Contact us on 029 2070 3328 or training@penarth.co.uk for more details.

Fees
The course costs £250 + VAT per delegate and payment is required when booking the course.
The fees cover the cost of the training, all course materials, refreshments throughout the day, a light lunch, examination fees and a certificate.

Course Leaders
The courses are presented by experienced health and safety professionals.

Penarth Management has UKAS accredited certification to ISO9001 (Quality), ISO14001 (Environmental) and OHSAS18001 (Occupational Health & Safety) for the provision of management consultancy and the preparation and delivery of training courses.