Warehouse Ergonomics & Manual Handling for Logistics Program
Handle freight safely, reduce injury risk and understand WHS and heavy vehicle transport responsibilities.
Reduce the avoidable strain involved in moving freight. This program explores manual-handling and ergonomic considerations in logistics, with attention to the task, the load, the work area and the people involved.
## Who this course is for
Warehouse staff, freight handlers, loading teams and supervisors who plan or perform manual tasks.
## Topics and learning focus
- Recognising hazardous manual tasks and ergonomic risk factors.
- Considering load characteristics, repetition, posture and workspace layout.
- Using available controls, handling aids and team procedures.
- Reporting hazards and reviewing tasks when conditions change.
## How this helps at work
Understand why safer handling starts with task design and risk controls, not simply a lifting technique. Recognise when a task should be changed, stopped or referred for a more detailed assessment.
## Career relevance
Useful foundation knowledge for warehouse, freight and logistics work. It does not provide a forklift licence, medical advice or approval to perform every manual-handling task.
## Course planning
Listed duration: 1 hour. Listed delivery options: Online. Confirm current availability, entry requirements, assessment, fees and the exact completion credential before enrolling.
## Course information source
https://chainofresponsibility.au/training