Overview
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to recognise potentially hazardous manual tasks, and then to prepare for and complete those tasks in a safe manner, appliable to all workers involved in manual handling tasks.
This course is specifically tailored for carers, nurses, aged care workers, and allied health professionals. This comprehensive training program is tailored to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge to perform manual handling tasks safely and effectively in a healthcare environment.
Upon successful completion, students receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment (SoA) for HLTWHS005 Conduct Manual Tasks Safely.
Course Delivery and Assessment
Students will be assessed by two assessment methods: Online Knowledge Questions, Direct Observation in a simulated workplace environment: Complete at least three (3) different manual tasks. Each participant must demonstrate skills and knowledge by recognising hazardous manual tasks and completing three (3) manual handling tasks safely and correctly.
Why Study At Phia Education?
Nationally Recognised Accreditation
Receive a Statement of Attainment for HLTWHS005 that is accepted by employers across Australia.
Trainer Led Practical Learning
Learn from experienced trainers and build confidence through practical manual task activities.
WHS Aligned Skills
Develop safe work habits aligned to Australian work health and safety requirements.
Focused One Day Delivery
Complete in a single intensive session, fitting around your work and life commitments.
Risk Assessment Focus
Learn to identify hazardous tasks, apply controls, and reduce injury risks for yourself and others.
Workplace Relevant Techniques
Practise manual handling techniques relevant to health, aged care, disability, and community roles.
Pre-Class Checklist
1. Check Your Email
After enrolment, you will receive an email with your login details and instructions to access the student portal.
2. Complete LLND Quiz
You will also receive instructions to complete your LLND quiz. The LLND quiz must be completed before the start of your course
3. Log In to Your Student Portal
Inside your portal, you will find everything you need to get started: Learner Guide, Course Contents, and Knowledge Assessment Workbook.
4. Complete Your Workbook
Your Knowledge Assessment Workbook must be completed and submitted before your practical session. This is critical and musn't be forgotten.
5. Arrive Ready on the Day
Please arrive a few minutes early so your training can start smoothly and on time. Come well rested and ready to learn hands-on skills.
Entry Requirements
Age Requirements
Students must be at least 18 years of age.
USI Requirement
Hold a valid USI (Unique Student Identifier).
ACSF
Complete Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) Level 2 to 3
Units of Study
| Code | Title | Unit Type |
|---|---|---|
| HLTWHS005 | Conduct Manual Tasks Safely | Core |
What Will You Learn?
By the completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Recognise and report hazardous manual handling tasks and associated risks.
- Assess the level of risk for identified manual handling tasks.
- Follow workplace procedures to control manual handling risks.
- Safely complete different manual handling tasks relevant to the work role.
- Prepare the work area and environment for safe manual handling.
- Organise the task and workflow to minimise risks.
- Prepare and secure loads for safe movement in accordance with workplace procedures.
- Identify, select, and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Ensure the task is within personal physical capabilities.
- Use correct posture and safe manual handling techniques to reduce the risk of injury.
Careers
Carer
Provide support to clients while applying safe manual task techniques.
Disability Support Worker
NDIS providers typically require current CPR certification for all support staff.
Disability Support Worker
Perform manual tasks safely while supporting participants with mobility and daily care needs.
Aged Care Worker
Use safe transfer and movement techniques to reduce injury risk in care settings.
Allied Health Assistant
Apply safe manual handling methods when assisting clients and clinicians.
Health and Safety Officer
Support safe manual task procedures and risk controls in workplace settings.
Where training happens
Train in East Perth, Perth WA
Face-to-face practicals for HLTWHS005 Conduct Manual Tasks Safely run at our Perth Main Campus — Suite 2, 170 Wellington St, East Perth, WA 6004, minutes from Perth CBD, Perth Station and major bus routes. Theory is completed online before your practical day.
- Near Perth CBDWalkable from East Perth station & Wellington St bus stops.
- Weekly intakesSame-day Statement of Attainment after successful assessment.*
- RTO 45764WA-owned Registered Training Organisation.
For Perth businesses
Group & workplace compliance training
Need first aid or CPR compliance for aged care, disability (NDIS), childcare or education staff? Book your team into the same weekly session at East Perth or talk to us about back-to-back seats for 5+ staff. We issue nationally recognised Statements of Attainment accepted across Australia — First Aid valid 3 years, CPR renewed annually.
- NDIS & aged care shifts
- Childcare & OSHC rosters
- Schools & education assistants
- Hospitality & business teams