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Level 2 Award in Manual Handling Risk Assessment (RQF)

The Level 2 Award in Manual Handling Risk Assessment has been designed to meet the needs of Learners who are responsible for creating a risk aware environment. This qualification combines both Manual Handling principles and the basis of Risk Assessment.

Course Details

Course Content

1. Understand the importance of Manual Handling risk assessments

1.1 Outline the reasons for conducting Manual Handling risk assessments

1.2 Outline the main legislation relating to Manual Handling risk assessments

2. Understand the principles of controlling the risks from Manual Handling

2.1 Outline the basic principles of anatomy and physiology as they relate to Manual Handling operations

2.2  Identify common injuries caused by Manual Handling operations

2.3 Identify methods for controlling the risk from Manual Handling

3. Understand how a Manual Handling risk assessment is undertaken

3.1 Describe the stages involved in a Manual Handling risk assessment

3.2 Outline the circumstances in which a Manual Handling risk assessment should be reviewed

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TQUK is an Awarding Organisation recognised by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) in England and CCEA Regulation in Northern Ireland.

Is this the course for me?

The course is aimed at a variety of candidates working in all sectors including hotels, restaurants, care homes, bars, construction, cafes, Doctors Surgeries, kitchens, hospitals, schools and colleges.

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F. Ensor
The Beacon School
January 2026
“James was excellent. The course was very practical and a comfortable environment to ask questions. “
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Great Oaks
October 2025
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B. Barlow
Tomolek Ltd
April 2024
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J. Compton
Unit Line
April 2024
“I enjoyed good practical examples within the work envioronment. “
N. Barber
Bucks New Uno
December 2023
“The course was very informative and made us think about situations we may be in.. “
L.Dunton
The Beacon School
January 2023

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