MANUAL HANDLING

Some of the works in turbines are heavier than others and still, they need to be done. Inappropriate working position – only once, or repetitive, will cause pain, loss of working ability and can be avoided. We teach how!

Manual Handling course consists of:

Theoretical part – laws and company procedures, anatomy, hazards, injuries; lifting aids and planning of tasks

Practical exercises – posture, heavy lifts, lifting aids and planning of lifting tasks

Target group: all workers of wind power industry who need to perform tasks inside turbines, at least 18 years, normal physical condition, no acute illnesses preventing physical exercise.

No

Prerequisites

4

Course duration

HOURS
1/2 DAY
REFRESH 1/2 DAY

2

Validity

YEARS

6

Participants per instructor

Own equipment: not required, but can be used if participants want to practice using lifting aids provided to them in their daily work environment.

  • Co-funded by the European Union

    Development work of this project has received funding from EU’s EAKR and JTF sources. This founding has enabled fast development work using both domestic and international expertese in setting up a competent training facility in Toholampi.