TLID0020 - Shift materials safely using manual handling methods
Course Overview
Description
Manual handling is one of the most common workplace activities across a wide range of industries. Whether you are moving equipment, materials, stock or supplies, knowing how to handle loads safely is essential for protecting yourself, your team and your workplace.
In this practical course, you will learn how to identify hazards, assess risks and plan the safest way to move materials. You will develop the skills to lift, carry, push and pull loads using correct manual handling techniques while following workplace health and safety requirements.
Training focuses on real workplace scenarios, giving you hands on experience in assessing loads, selecting appropriate handling methods and working effectively with others when team lifting is required. You will also learn how to use personal protective equipment and follow workplace procedures to minimise risks and prevent injuries.
Successful completion of this unit can strengthen your employability across a range of industries where safe material handling is a core workplace requirement. It provides valuable skills that employers look for and helps build confidence when working in physically active environments.
Course Content
TLID0020
Shift materials safely using manual handling methods
Entry requirements (Accredited)
To make the most of your YRT Accredited course, it’s essential to have the following skills:
- Participants should have basic English language, literacy and numeracy skills sufficient to complete training and assessment activities.
- Participants must be physically capable of undertaking manual handling activities in a training environment.
- Valid photo identification is required prior to training commencement.
- Participants must provide evidence of valid Australian work rights where required, such as Australian Citizenship, Permanent Residency, Visa or other approved identification documents.
- Participants under 18 years of age may require parent or guardian consent.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you'll have the tools and knowledge to confidently apply these key concepts in practice:
- Learn how to safely lift, carry, push and move materials with confidence in real workplace situations.
- Develop the skills to identify hazards and reduce manual handling risks before injuries occur.
- Gain practical techniques that improve workplace safety, efficiency and job readiness.
Upon successful completion, the student will receive a national Accredited qualification is recognised nationally under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) and Australian Skills Quality Authority.
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