Section outline

  • Manual handling is an essential skill for people working in healthcare, aged care, disability support, and other workplaces involving lifting, moving, carrying, or supporting people and objects. This course provides learners with practical knowledge and safe techniques to identify hazards, assess risks, use correct body mechanics, and select appropriate equipment. Participants will develop confidence in completing manual handling tasks safely while reducing injuries, protecting clients and coworkers, and supporting workplace health, safety, and compliance responsibilities across Australian care environments effectively.