Manual Handling Principles and Practice - March 2026 @ Reading
Move Loads Safely and Prevent Injury
£105.00
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Stay Safe and Healthy with Proper Handling Technique.
Did you know that improper handling and lifting technique is one of the leading causes for back injuries in the UK? The Manual Handling Principles & Practice course in Reading is a practical, hands-on course that focuses on safe lifting and handling techniques for objects and people, so you can avoid injuring yourself through improper posture and technique.
Course Details:
Location: Reading, venue to be announced
Date: Thursday 26th March 2026
Time: 9:30am - 12:30pm OR 1:30pm - 4:30pm, depending on demand
Parking: there is free parking onsite
AOB: please arrive promptly for the stated time. If you arrive late, you may not be permitted to join the course, and course fees will not be refunded.
Are you interested in a Manual Handling Principles and Practice course in Reading but unable to make the March session? Get in touch with 1664 Training Solutions and we can work together to create a bespoke session for you and your team.
The Benefits:
Prevent common workplace injuries through learning proper handling techniques
Improve posture and technique to ensure a safe working process and environment
Learn to identify and assess potential risks to injury
Sign up today to proactively avoid injuries in the workplace.
The Manual Handling Principles and Practice course is practical course focuses on safe lifting and handling techniques for objects and people. Learners develop awareness of back care, posture, and correct manual handling methods to reduce risk of injury.
The Manual Handling Principles and Practice course will be held in Reading on Thursday 26th March 2026.
The Manual Handling Principles and Practice course is suitable for almost everybody, but particularly:
office workers involved in lifting, carrying, or moving objects as part of their job role
care workers who have to handle patients and medical equipment
warehouse and logistics staff who work with heavy items and machinery frequently
office managers responsible for ensuring health and safety standards are met in the workplace
The Manual Handling Principles and Practice Course covers essential topics to reduce injury and improve safe movement, including:
understanding risks linked to manual handling tasks
applying safe lifting and carrying techniques
maintaining correct posture and back care
using mechanical aids and team handling effectively
planning and assessing handling operations.
The Manual Handling Principles and Practice course is a practical in-person course, supported by:
online and printed materials
demonstrations of correct lifting and handling techniques
opportunities for supervised practice
informal assessments to confirm safe technique
an e-certificate awarded at the end of the course
The Manual Handling Principles and Practice Course is a one-day in-person training, which includes digital learning materials for pre-course study and post-course reference.
If you would like to discuss a remote or hybrid approach to the course, please get in touch.
The Manual Handling Principles and Practice Course is completed in a half-day session lasting three to four hours, usually delivered in the morning or afternoon, with a minimum contact time of three hours.
Purchase your spot on the Manual Handling Principles and Practice Course in Reading. A confirmation email will be sent to your inbox, detailing further information about the course.
Interested in Manual Handling Principles and Practice Course in Reading but cannot make this date? Or would you like 1664 Training Solutions to deliver the Manual Handling Principles and Practice Course in your workplace? Get in touch with 1664 Training Solutions to enquire if an alternative, private session can be organised for you and your team.
The Manual Handling Principles and Practice certificate is valid for 3 years.
