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Looking to complete HLTWHS005 Conduct Manual Tasks Safely in Adelaide? Achievers College (RTO 46119) provides practical, nationally recognised training to help workers identify manual task risks and apply safer workplace practices.
The course combines 4 - 5 hours of online learning with 4 hours of face-to-face training, helping you develop the knowledge and practical skills needed to conduct manual tasks safely.
$120
Course Fee
4 hours
Face-to-face
24 hours
Certificate Within
ARC
Guidelines
Achievers College
46119
Classroom: Level 1, 546 Marion Road, Plympton Park, SA 5038
Contact Name: Yagya Sapkota
Email: info@achieverscollege.com.au
Phone: 08-7084 7159
The Course Is Delivered Through A Blended Arrangement With A Component Of Online Self-Paced Learning And Assessment Followed By Learning And Practical Assessments In A Classroom Situation.
The Duration May Differ Based On A Student's Current Manual Handling Skills And Knowledge And If They Are Participating For The First Time Or Completing Refresher Training.
HLTWHS005 Conduct Manual Tasks Safely course is a nationally recognised unit of competency that focuses on identifying hazardous manual tasks, preparing for work safely, performing manual tasks correctly and contributing to workplace health and safety.
The training is particularly relevant for workers who regularly lift, carry, push, pull, move, handle or assist with people, equipment or other loads as part of their role.
Rather than focusing only on lifting techniques, the course helps learners understand manual task risks and how to control them in the workplace.
HLTWHS005 can be valuable for workers whose roles involve manual tasks or physical activities, including:
If manual tasks are part of your everyday work, appropriate training can help you recognise risks and apply safer work practices.
To enrol in HLTWHS005 Conduct Manual Tasks Safely, students must:
Students must:
Be 18 years of age or older.
Have sufficient literacy skills to read learning materials and complete written assessments.
Understand workplace instructions, procedures and safety information, including labels and relevant resources.
Have sufficient English communication skills to provide clear verbal information to trainers, workplace supervisors and other relevant personnel.
These requirements help ensure students can understand the course content, participate effectively in training and complete the required HLTWHS005 assessment activities.
HLTWHS005 Conduct Manual Tasks Safely is delivered through online learning and face-to-face classroom training with practical activities.
The training focuses on applying safe manual task practices rather than simply memorising information, helping you understand how the skills relate to your workplace.
Complete the online learning and assessment before attending the face-to-face class.
Use the provided learning materials to support your assessment.
If you do not achieve a satisfactory result after two attempts, contact Achievers College for learning support before attending class.
The course focuses on practical skills that can be applied in real workplace situations.
Learn to recognise hazardous manual tasks and injury risks, including awkward postures, repetitive movements, force and other workplace factors.
Learn how to assess the task, load, environment, equipment and available controls before starting work.
Develop practical skills for completing manual tasks safely, including using appropriate equipment and mechanical aids.
Learn how to report hazards, communicate safety concerns and follow workplace procedures to reduce manual task risks.
Yes. HLTWHS005 Conduct Manual Tasks Safely is a nationally recognised unit of competency.
Successful completion can result in a Statement of Attainment issued by the registered training organisation, subject to meeting all course and assessment requirements.
If your employer or industry specifically requires HLTWHS005, check that the course you choose is delivered and assessed by an appropriately registered RTO.
Our manual handling course is delivered at our Plympton Park training facility - centrally located and easy to get to from Marion, Glenelg, Hindmarsh, Torrensville, and the Adelaide CBD. We also offer onsite delivery, meaning we can come directly to your workplace across greater South Australia - including aged care facilities in Brighton, construction sites in Lonsdale, and disability support services across the inner south.
Employers in industries like healthcare, warehousing, and hospitality consistently send their teams to Achievers College because we're local, flexible, and deeply familiar with the practical realities of manual handling work in Adelaide's workplace environments.
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.
This unit applies to all workers involved in manual handling tasks.
The latest release of the qualification and packaging rules can be found at the following link:
View qualification details on training.gov.auOn satisfactory completion of the course, you will be awarded the following Statements of Attainment.
The unit HLTWHS005 Conduct manual tasks safely is included in many qualifications within Training Packages. Therefore, a statement of attainment for these units can be used as credit for a range of qualifications.
Students must have provided a USI to enable Statements of Attainments to be issued. We encourage all students to provide us with a USI at enrolment or to contact us if you require assistance. Exemptions from producing a USI apply to some cases. Full details of the application process and exemptions can be found on theUSI official website.
The following information outlines our course fees, refund conditions and certificate replacement charges.
| Circumstance | Refund / Fee Policy |
|---|---|
| Course Fees | All fees and charges are provided before enrolment through our website and course information materials. |
| Fee Protection | As a Registered Training Organisation (RTO), Achievers College does not collect more than $1,500 in advance for training fees. |
| Withdrawal - More than 48 hours before training | Full refund of fees paid. |
| Withdrawal - Within 48 hours of training | No refund will be provided. |
| Course Cancelled by Achievers College | Full refund of fees paid. |
| Training Cannot Be Completed | A refund will be provided proportionally to the training not delivered. |
| Replacement Certificate or Statement of Attainment | A $10 replacement fee applies. Written requests are required, with delivery within approximately 5 working days. |
| Refund Enquiries | Contact: info@achieverscollege.com.au |
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning are not available for HLTWHS005 Conduct Manual Tasks Safely.
Achievers College provides support to help students confidently complete their training and assessment.
We encourage students with a disability who meet the entry requirements to contact us to discuss the additional support we may be able to provide to enable you to complete the course.
Achievers College is committed to providing a learning and working environment that supports the rights and diversity of all and is free from discrimination and harassment. Full details of students rights and responsibilities can be found in our Student Handbook.
Achievers College welcomes feedback on our courses and has a complaints and appeals process in place. If you have a complaint regarding any of our systems or processes or wish to appeal against an assessment decision, you can access our Complaints and Appeals Process.
Once we receive your application for HLTWHS005 Conduct manual tasks safely and payment is made, we will issue you with a Confirmation of Booking letter and invoice of payment for HLTWHS005 Conduct manual tasks safely course. It will be sent via email.
Ready to complete HLTWHS005 Conduct Manual Tasks Safely? Enrol with Achievers College for practical online and face-to-face training in Adelaide, with certification issued within 24 hours of successful completion.
The location is convenient for learners travelling from surrounding Adelaide suburbs, while South Australian businesses can also enquire about workplace training options.
Enroll today or contact Achievers College to discuss your training requirements.
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