Objectives:

Manual handling is an integral part of operations in the aviation industry, encompassing the movement of baggage, cargo, tools, and equipment both in and around aircraft. While these tasks may seem routine, they involve significant physical effort, which, if not performed correctly, can lead to musculoskeletal injuries. Given the fast-paced, dynamic, and physically demanding nature of aviation operations, ensuring safe manual handling practices is critical for the health and safety of workers as well as the smooth operation of airports, aircraft maintenance, and ground services.

The ultimate goal of manual handling training is to reduce the risk of injury, increase productivity, and enhance overall operational efficiency in the aviation industry. With proper training, employees can perform their duties safely while contributing to a safer work environment for all.

Benefits:

Course Will:

Manual handling training in the aviation industry is designed to equip employees with the knowledge and techniques to safely handle loads, prevent injury, and comply with industry regulations. The training typically covers:

1. Understanding Risks and Hazards: Identifying common hazards related to manual handling, such as lifting heavy baggage, loading cargo, or manoeuvring equipment in confined spaces. The aviation environment introduces additional factors such as time pressure, noise, and weather conditions that can increase risk.
2. Safe Lifting Techniques: Teaching proper techniques for lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying to minimize strain on the body. This includes posture alignment, using leg muscles instead of the back, and handling irregular or awkward loads.
3. Legal and Regulatory Framework: Emphasizing the legal requirements set by aviation and occupational safety authorities, such as the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), to ensure that employers provide a safe working environment and workers follow prescribed safety procedures.
4. Incident Prevention and Response: Training workers to recognize early signs of injury and the steps to take to prevent further harm. It also includes how to report incidents and near-misses to improve safety protocols.
5. Passengers with Reduced Mobility (PRM): Discussing the need for awareness of PRM and how their needs differ from those without Reduced Mobility, and teaching how to safely assist PRM.