As I have referred to previously in a number of posts, manual handling injuries account for a large percentage of workplace injuries across Australia and Internationally. In addition to carrying out manual handling training, many organisations implement "Manual Handling Coaches/Champions". These Coaches or Champions are introduced into workplaces to help re-enforce the principles of manual handling discussed in the formal manual handling training.
Typically, these coaches/champions are workers whom have been provided with some additional training to help them encourage their fellow workers to apply the principles of manual handling to their day to day activities. However, for this risk management strategy to be effective, the champions/coaches need to understand what their role can and cannot do. This is where a formal "Terms of Reference" comes in for them which provides guidance on what the business/management expects of them in their new role and what they are NOT expected to do.
Below is a "Sample Manual Handling Champions/Coaches Terms of Reference" which you can utilise within your organisation if you want to implement such a strategy within your workplace.
If you need help to implement manual handling training or a structured "coaches/champion" program around manual handling within your business please contact me to discuss further.