Training

The purpose of this module is to enhance your knowledge and understanding of manual handling of objects in the dental practice setting and to identify safe manual handling techniques of objects in the workplace.

The aim of this module is to help you identify and put into practice safe manual handling techniques of objects in the dental practice setting.

This CPD module provides you with 1.5 hours GDC verifiable CPD.

Related GDC development outcome: B, C.

Last review: December 2024

Next review: December 2025

This module will help you to:

• Describe what manual handling is
• Explain the responsibilities of both the employer and employee in relation to manual handling
• Explain how to perform an assessment using the TILE acronym
• Explain suitable manual handling techniques
• Define dental ergonomics and how it can be applied to manual handling
• Describe manual handling examples in the dental practice setting