Manual Handling: Objects

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Updated 16 Jun 2026 Certificate42 Ratings

Manual handling is part of almost every working day in social care, and done poorly it is one of the most common causes of serious, long-lasting injury at work.

In this module, you will learn what manual handling is, what the law requires, and how to work safely using the TILEO framework to assess risk and the 5 Ps to carry out tasks.

Content

5 Units • 8 Questions
Pre-reflection
1 Question
Introduction
2m
What is Manual Handling and Why Does it Matter?
2 Questions
9m
Assessing the Risk
2 Questions
10m
Safe Handling in Practice
2 Questions
12m
Conclusion
2m
Post-reflection
1 Question

What you'll learn:

1

Define manual handling and give examples relevant to your job role

2

Describe the key legal responsibilities of employers and employees in relation to manual handling

3

Use the TILEO framework to think through the risks of a manual handling task before carrying it out

4

Describe safe techniques for lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling loads, and know when to use aids or ask for help

5

Understand when and how to report a manual handling injury or near miss.

Who it's for:

This module is suitable for anyone who handles objects as part of their role in social care.

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Last updated16 Jun 2026

Published16 Jun 2026

Due for review27 Jun 2030
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