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CMT704 Manual Handling
CMT704 Manual Handling
  • Half Day
  • CMT
  • From £POA

Overview

This dedicated course equips employees with the essential knowledge and techniques needed to lift, carry, push, and pull loads safely in the workplace. Poor manual handling is one of the most common causes of workplace injury, often leading to back problems and long-term musculoskeletal disorders. This course is designed to reduce those risks by promoting safe practices and compliance with the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 (MHOR).
Course Content
At the end of the course, delegates will have an understanding of:
• Legal responsibilities and employer/employee duties
• Common injuries caused by poor manual handling
• Assessing risks before moving loads
• Safe lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling techniques
• Team handling and use of mechanical aids
• Correct posture and ergonomics in the workplace
Delegates who achieve the CMT theory and practical tests will receive their CMT trained operative card, which will be valid for three years.
Training delivered through a combination of classroom-based tutorials and practical instruction. Delegates will cover manufacturer knowledge and awareness of vehicle operations, and general knowledge of safety procedures, and best practices.

The CMT theory and practical tests will be undertaken under test conditions.
This course is only run as a dedicated course on our customer sites.

To remain certified in this area, you will need to retake the course before the expiry date.

Course Details

Duration

Half Day

Who should attend?

The Manual Handling course is suitable for all employees whose role involves lifting, carrying, or moving loads, across any industry or working environment.

Course Prerequisites

Delegates must have a good understanding of spoken and written English.
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What our learners say about their courses/qualifications

We’re proud to work with some of the UK’s leading construction and infrastructure companies, here’s what they had to say about CMT.

Chloe,

Wilson James

CPCS A20B Hoist:

7 December, 2025
★★★★★
Happy with training and test.

Jack,

Wilson James

CPCS A20B Hoist:

28 January, 2026
★★★★★
Very happy overall amazing course

Paul,

Wilson James

CPCS A20B Hoist:

7 December, 2025
★★★★★
Happy with the way the course was conducted. Very professional and carried out in a friendly and calming manner.

Mark,

Laing O'Rourke

CMT73 Vehicle Marshaller:

7 January, 2026
★★★★★
It’s a very worthwhile course

Darren,

Wilson James

CPCS A20B Hoist:

31 January, 2026
★★★★★
Very good instructor interesting and a good teacher. Interactive course, with no important info left out.

Neil,

Wilson James

CPCS A20B Hoist:

31 January, 2026
★★★★★
The course was interesting and enjoyable easy to understand I feel confident to operate a hoist now.

Kwabena,

Wilson James

CPCS A20B Hoist:

31 January, 2026
★★★★★
Trainer was absolutely incredible in his teachings. A great lad he is.

Heidi,

Wilson James

CPCS A20B Hoist:

14 January, 2026
★★★★★
I was more than happy with how the course went

Gabor,

Wilson James

CPCS A20B Hoist:

14 February, 2026
★★★★★
I am very happy with the course. The training was very well explained, good experience

Luke,

Wilson James

CPCS A20B Hoist:

28 January, 2026
★★★★★
Very good tutor, providing us with great knowledge plus fair and patient during the training and exam.

Alec,

Wilson James

CPCS A20B Hoist:

14 January, 2026
★★★★★
The course was very well put together and everything was explained fully and clearly

Wayne,

Wilson James

CPCS A20B Hoist:

11 February, 2026
★★★★★
Happy with how the test and course went.

Linsey,

Wilson James

CPCS A20B Hoist:

14 February, 2026
★★★★★
Jason was of great help, fantastic instructor. 1st class training.

Adrian,

Wilson James

CPCS A20B Hoist:

14 February, 2026
★★★★★
Very good course done at a steady pace, good instructor

Shaun,

Wilson James

CPCS A20B Hoist:

28 March, 2026
★★★★★
Instructor has provided excellent training with enthusiasm, the whole course was beneficial!

Tommy ,

Wilson James

CPCS A20B Hoist:

5 July, 2025
★★★★★
Happy with the test, feedback from how we was trained was perfect.

Megan,

Select Plant Hire

CMT73 Vehicle Marshaller:

7 January, 2026
★★★★★
The way the course was explained was brilliant
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