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Safe Moving and Handling (RQF)

1

Classroom Day

12

Learners Maximum

UK-Wide

Course Delivery

£715

Course Cost

Last Updated:

September 7, 2026

Course Overview

The Qualsafe Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling (RQF) is a regulated and nationally recognised qualification designed for those who work, or intend to work, in a role that involves manual handling.

It is ideal for those working in a variety of environments, including warehouses and shops.

During this 1-day course, learners will be taught the key principles of manual handling and how to apply these to their workplace. They will also practise a wide range of techniques, ensuring that they leave the course confident and proficient in moving and handling.

All pricing is inclusive of VAT. For training outside of our core delivery area (North West, Midlands and West Yorkshire), additional costs for travel and accommodation may apply.

Enrolment Criteria

English Language

Learners should have, at a minimum, language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening at Ofqual Level 1 or an equivalent standard. If you are unsure whether you meet this requirement, please contact us.

The Qualsafe Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling (RQF) has 1 unit that learners are required to complete in order to achieve the qualification:

Manual Handling Safety at Work

 

Learners will:

  • Understand the importance of safe manual handling
  • Know how manual handling risk assessments contribute to improving health and safety
  • Understand the principles, types of equipment and testing requirements associated with manual handling safety
  • Be able to apply safe manual handling principles

The methods of assessment for this qualification are:

  • Practical assessments – observed by the Trainer throughout the course
  • Theory assessment/multiple-choice question paper
 

As this qualification is regulated in England, the assessments are conducted in English. It is important that learners have reasonable abilities in the English language to have a fair opportunity to be successful.

Successful learners will receive a personalised Qualsafe Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling certificate. 

This course is on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).

Give your team the knowledge and techniques to lift, carry and move objects safely

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Principles of Manual Handling FAQs

Who is this course suitable for?

This course is suitable for employees who carry out, or are preparing for, roles involving manual handling. This may include team members working in warehousing, retail, hospitality, logistics, facilities management, construction and other environments where items are regularly lifted, carried or moved.

Learners will develop the knowledge and practical skills needed to move and handle items more safely. The course covers common injuries, workplace responsibilities, risk assessment and the correct use of handling equipment. Learners will also practise individual and team-based handling techniques.

This qualification helps your organisation establish safer, more consistent moving and handling practices. By combining essential knowledge with practical assessment, it can help reduce avoidable injuries, reinforce employee responsibilities and support your wider workplace risk-management arrangements.

Handling, lifting and carrying consistently remain among the most common causes of workplace injury. This training gives employees the knowledge and practical techniques needed to recognise risks, handle loads more safely and help reduce preventable injuries within your organisation.

RQF stands for Regulated Qualifications Framework. It is the system used to classify regulated qualifications in England and Northern Ireland by their level and size. An RQF qualification has defined learning outcomes and assessment requirements, giving employers and learners confidence that it meets recognised standards.

Yes. FGH Training delivers this as a regulated qualification on the Regulated Qualifications Framework, and successful learners receive a personalised Qualsafe Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling. (RQF)

We can accommodate up to 12 learners on this course when it is delivered in one of our classrooms.

If you have a larger group and access to a venue that can comfortably accommodate more than 12 learners, please contact us to discuss your requirements. Larger groups will require a tailored quote and, depending on the course and awarding-body requirements, may need an additional trainer or delivery across multiple sessions.