Training for Safer Lifting

For detailed information and a syllabus, see our 'Training for Safer Lifting, A Professional Service by the Rossendale Group' - RD295

The Health & Safety At Work Act 1974

This Act places similar responsibilities on both employer and employee. Both must do whatever is reasonable to ensure that their actions at work do not put at risk the safety of themselves and others. The Act also places a specific duty on employers to provide a safe place to work.

The Management of Health & Safety At Work Regulations 1999

These Regulations put an onus on employers to provide training and safe systems of work and to keep training records. They also require employees to use only equipment for which training has been provided.

The Provision & Use Of Work Equipment Regulations 1998

The Regulations require that employers provide training for the equipment that they provide.

Common Law

In the event of an accident, the courts are unlikely to look favourable on an employer that has not provided adequate training to employees. Under the latest Regulations ?Grandfather? rights are specifically excluded.

We Can Show You How

We can train you to lift more safely and make your workplace safer. We aim to cover the type of equipment you use. Our 'Safe Use of Lifting Equipment' courses target - 

RESPONSIBILITIES

The employee has responsibilities too. An understanding and acceptance of these responsibilities by equipment users will result in less equipment damage and a safer workplace.

AVOIDING MISUSE

Misuse due to ignorance is a major cause of accidents. The correct way to use each type of equipment is taught.

FAULT FINDING

Worn or damaged equipment is another major cause of accidents. The ability of the user to identify such faults can save accidents from happening.

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