A training session for all kitchen staff on manual handling

You have just observed two kitchen staff members not lifting heavy boxes correctly. Their supervisor observed what they were doing and did not correct them, which makes you suspect that they also don’t know the correct manual handling techniques. You know that manual handling injuries are one of the most common injuries in the hospitality industry and you know as general manager you are required by law to provide a safe workplace for employees.

 

You decide to run a training session for all kitchen staff on manual handling. Fill in the following information about the training session.

 

Internal WHS training plan

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