Health & Safety
Manual Handling Online Course
Complete your manual handling training online with this CPD accredited course, designed to help employees understand the risks associated with lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling in the workplace and how to reduce the likelihood of musculoskeletal injuries. Manual handling injuries account for a significant proportion of workplace injuries reported to the Health and Safety Executive each year, making proper training essential for both employees and employers. This course is built around the requirements of the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 (as amended), which place a legal duty on employers to avoid hazardous manual handling where reasonably practicable, assess the risk of any manual handling that cannot be avoided, and reduce the risk of injury as far as possible. You will learn about the anatomy of the spine and how injuries occur, how to carry out manual handling risk assessments using the TILE framework (Task, Individual, Load, Environment), safe lifting and carrying techniques, correct posture for pushing and pulling, and how to handle repetitive tasks safely. The course is relevant to any workplace where manual handling takes place, including kitchens, warehouses, care homes, offices, and retail environments. Upon completion, you will receive a CPD accredited certificate that demonstrates your competence in safe manual handling practices — recognised by employers across all UK industries.
Your Manual Handling certificate is included in the £35 Chefs Bay Academy licence, along with 130+ other CPD accredited courses. One payment, 12 months of access, no subscription.
Manual Handling at a glance
Manual Handling is a CPD accredited online course from Chefs Bay Academy, taking 1-2 hours to complete. The certificate is ready to download as soon as you pass.
| Duration | 1-2 hours, self-paced |
|---|---|
| Certificate | CPD Accredited, instant download |
| Price | £35 licence covering all 130+ courses (typically £10-£25 per course elsewhere) |
| Access | 12 months, any device, unlimited retakes |
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Chefs Bay Academy is run by Chefs Bay Hospitality Limited (Company No. 13588811), a UK hospitality and care staffing agency based in Merseyside. Your £35 licence covers this course and 130+ others, all CPD accredited, with 12 months of access.
What this course costs elsewhere
| Comparison | Manual Handling bought on its own | Chefs Bay Academy licence, all 130+ courses |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £10-£25 for this course, usually + VAT | £35 once, VAT included |
| Covers | One course | All 130+ courses |
| Access | Typically 60-90 days | 12 months, one person |
| Retakes | Often charged again | Unlimited, any course |
| Refunds | Varies by provider | Full refund within 14 days, if no certificate downloaded |
Market range from provider price lists, checked August 2026. £35 is the whole licence, covering all 130+ courses for 12 months, not a per-course price.
What You'll Learn
- Manual handling regulations
- Risk assessment for lifting
- Safe lifting techniques
- Pushing and pulling safely
- Repetitive handling
- Reducing workplace injuries
Who Needs This Course
Anyone who lifts, carries, pushes, or pulls items at work — kitchen staff, warehouse workers, care workers, cleaners, delivery drivers. Required training in most workplaces.
Your Certificate
Pass the assessment and your certificate is ready to download as a PDF the same day, with your name and the course title on it. Print it, email it to a manager, or attach it to a CV.
- PDF download, same day you pass
- CPD accredited by The CPD Certification Service
- Retake the assessment as often as you need
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Manual Handling
Want the background before you start? Read our guide: Manual Handling Training: What UK Workers Need to Know
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Complete Courses
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Related Courses
All included in your £35 licence, for 12 months
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Under the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992, employers must provide training for employees who carry out manual handling tasks. This applies to virtually every workplace, from kitchens and warehouses to offices and care homes.
There is no set legal expiry date for a manual handling certificate. However, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) recommends refresher training at regular intervals — most employers require it annually or every three years. With your £35 Chefs Bay Academy licence, you can retake the course at any time within your access period.
The Manual Handling course typically takes 1-2 hours to complete online. It covers regulations, risk assessment, safe lifting techniques, and how to reduce workplace injuries — all at your own pace.
Anyone who lifts, carries, pushes, or pulls items as part of their job. This includes kitchen staff, warehouse workers, care workers, cleaners, delivery drivers, retail staff, and office workers who move equipment. It is one of the most widely required workplace training courses.
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Manual Handling plus 130+ more courses, all CPD accredited. One person, 12 months, no subscription.
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