This refresher course reinforces essential principles of safe manual material handling and updates learners on compliance requirements under the Ergonomics Regulations (2019) and the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 85 of 1993. It is designed for employees who have previously completed the full baseline training and need to maintain competence and awareness.

Course Content:

• WHAT – What manual handling is and why it matters for health and safety.

• WHERE – Identifying high-risk environments and tasks.

• WHEN – Situations that require extra caution and planning.

• WHY – The importance of compliance and injury prevention.

• WHO – Roles and responsibilities of workers and supervisors.

• HOW – Correct techniques, planning steps, and use of mechanical aids.

• END – Summary and knowledge check to confirm understanding.

Regulatory Alignment:

Ergonomics Regulations (2019) – Requirements for risk identification, control measures, and worker training for manual handling tasks.