Manual Handling Training

Essential Safety Skills for Aged Care and Community Support Workers

About This Training

This practical and informative module equips students with the essential knowledge and skills to safely perform manual handling tasks while providing direct client care. Whether you’re new to the industry or refreshing your skills, this training is designed to help you maintain safety for yourself, your clients, and your colleagues in various health and community service settings.

The session focuses on

  • Understanding legal and ethical responsibilities in the workplace
  • Infection prevention and control practices
  • Safe manual handling techniques
  • Identifying and responding to potential hazards

Why Manual Handling Training is Essential in Aged Care

Manual handling is a critical skill in aged care and support services. This training helps participants:

  • Prevent workplace injuries through safe lifting and movement techniques
  • Protect clients from harm, discomfort, or loss of dignity
  • Meet workplace safety requirements in line with WHS legislation
  • Use equipment confidently and safely when assisting clients
  • Enhance teamwork and communication during care tasks

Course delivery

This short course is flexible and convenient. Choose your preferred training method:

  • Face-to-face delivery at our training facility

  • Online delivery in a live, interactive session

Duration

2 hours

Course Type

Non-accredited

There are currently no openings available for this course.