This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to shift materials safely using manual handling methods.
It includes assessing the risks associated with relocating the load, planning the relocation process and carrying out the relocation in accordance with the plan. Work must be carried out in compliance with the relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations concerning the manual handling and movement of loads.
Work is performed under some supervision generally within a team environment.
Competency Standard
TLID0020 Shift materials safely using manual handling methods
Prerequisites
N/A
Learning Outcomes
1. Assess risks associated with relocating load.
2. Plan load relocation
3. Relocate load
Course Objectives
To understand manual handling techniques, comply with safety and health regulations and identify and control risks.
Efficient use of tools and equipment and effective communication in manual handling to adhere to safety standards and procedures.
Work effectively with others and evaluate task outcomes.