Manual Handling Awareness – Online Course The Manual Handling Awareness Online Course provides learners with essential knowledge to understand safe lifting techniques, reduce injury risks, and comply with UK manual handling legislation. Developed in line with Health & Safety Executive (HSE) guidance and the expectations of recognised awarding bodies, this course helps employers meet their legal duties under the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 (MHOR) and the wider health and safety framework. This structured online programme explains how musculoskeletal injuries occur, how to assess manual handling tasks correctly, and how to apply safe practices across a wide range of workplace environments. This course aligns with the key UK legislation that governs manual handling activities: Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 (MHOR) Requires employers to avoid hazardous manual handling where possible Sets duties to assess and reduce risks where manual handling cannot be avoided Requires employees to follow safe systems of work and attend training Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 Places a legal duty on employers to ensure the health, safety and welfare of employees Requires safe systems of work and effective risk management Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 Requires employers to conduct suitable and sufficient risk assessments Establishes responsibilities for ongoing monitoring and preventive measures HSE Manual Handling Guidance (INDG143 & L23 ACoP) Provides practical standards and industry-recognised best practice Defines correct lifting techniques and risk factors such as load, task, environment, and individual capability This training supports compliance with legislation and provides the knowledge needed to reduce workplace injuries and improve safety culture.