HLTWHS005
Conduct manual tasks safely
- Unit Code and Title:
- HLTWHS005 Conduct manual tasks safely
- Currency:
- Release 1 – 06/Aug/2015
- Recertification:
- The industry recommendation renewal for this course is 12 months.
- Course Prerequisites:
- All students must:
- Be aged 14 or above. Exceptions can be found under the Enrolment Policy.
This course is run as a full face-to-face course where 3 hours should be allowed to complete
Please note that these are estimated times and can vary for different reasons
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to recognise potentially hazardous manual tasks, and then to prepare for and complete those tasks in a safe manner.
This unit applies to all workers involved in manual handling tasks.
The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice. The Hazardous manual tasks code of practice applies to this work.
Successful completion of this course equips individuals with the skills and knowledge to recognise potentially hazardous manual tasks and how to manage and mitigate risks associated.
More information can be found at www.training.gov
For this unit, there are both written and practical tasks to complete.
The practical tasks are:
- followed legally compliant workplace procedures to prepare for and complete at least 3 different manual tasks relevant to the work role
- contributed to a consultation process about improving manual handling safety
The written tasks include a knowledge assessment.
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Literacy and numeracy skills needed to complete this course should be high enough that each student is able to individually read, write understand and communicate in basic English.
Students must have the physical capability to perform tasks such as lifting and moving.
Trainees with special needs either physical difficulties or literacy difficulties, should contact our office prior to enrolling so that assistance can be arranged for you.
The following Statement of Attainment is provided if the student has met all the assessment requirements, payment has been made in full and a USI number is provided and verified:
HLTWHS005 Conduct manual tasks safely
Please refer to the Student Handbook for all details in relation to student rights and responsibilities including complaints, appeals and refunds.
Students will be notified by H & A Training RTO 90871 in the event that there are any changes to the provider or unit/s the student is enrolled in.
Students do not need to bring any learning materials or resources with them to complete this course.
This unit supersedes and is not equivalent to HLTHSE204D Follow safe manual handling practices
There are no workplace arrangements for this unit
Statement of Attainment is issued by H & A Training Pty Ltd RTO 90871