MBNL Safe lifting

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Course Overview

MBNL Safe Lifting Course – Manual Handling Training for Telecom & Utilities
The MBNL Safe Lifting course delivers essential manual handling training for telecom engineers, utilities workers, and construction professionals. This industry-approved programme equips participants with practical lifting techniques, injury prevention strategies, and compliance knowledge required for safe load handling in mobile broadband network infrastructure environments.
Course Overview:
Designed specifically for workers in telecoms, utilities, and construction sectors, this hands-on training ensures compliance with MBNL (Mobile Broadband Network Limited) safe lifting standards while reducing workplace injury risks associated with manual handling operations.
What You’ll Learn:
Correct Manual Handling Techniques
  • Proper lifting posture and body mechanics to prevent back injury
  • Safe bending, reaching, and carrying techniques for heavy equipment
  • Load assessment: weight, size, shape, and centre of gravity evaluation
  • Lifting from ground level, vehicles, and elevated positions
  • Reducing strain when handling telecom equipment, antennas, and tower components
Use of Lifting Aids & Equipment
  • Selection and operation of trolleys, sack trucks, and wheeled devices
  • Mechanical lifting aids for heavy telecom infrastructure equipment
  • Slings, straps, and securing methods for safe load transport
  • Equipment inspection and maintenance for lifting devices
  • When to use mechanical assistance vs. manual lifting
Safe Teamwork & Communication During Lifting Operations
  • Coordinated team lifting techniques for oversized or awkward loads
  • Clear verbal communication and hand signals during lifts
  • Role assignment: lift leader, spotters, and support personnel
  • Synchronized lifting and lowering procedures
  • Risk assessment and planning for multi-person lifting tasks
Injury Prevention & Risk Management
  • Understanding musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) caused by poor lifting
  • Recognizing early warning signs of strain and overexertion
  • Environmental hazards: uneven surfaces, confined spaces, weather conditions
  • Personal limitations and when to request assistance
  • Reporting procedures for lifting-related incidents and near-misses
MBNL Industry-Specific Requirements
  • Compliance with Mobile Broadband Network Limited safe lifting standards
  • Site-specific protocols for telecom tower and mast installations
  • Manual handling regulations for utilities and infrastructure projects
  • Documentation and certification requirements for MBNL contractors
  • Integration with broader site safety management systems
Who Should Attend:
  • Telecom tower installation engineers and technicians
  • Mobile network infrastructure contractors
  • Utilities workers handling heavy equipment
  • Construction site operatives
  • MBNL approved contractors and subcontractors
  • Facilities maintenance personnel
Course Duration: 2 days
Certification: MBNL approved | Valid for 3 years
Assessment: Practical demonstration and written knowledge test
Benefits for Employers: ✓ Reduced workplace injuries and associated costs
✓ MBNL contractor compliance and approval maintenance
✓ Improved productivity through efficient lifting practices
✓ Lower insurance premiums through demonstrated safety commitment
✓ Enhanced workforce capability for telecom infrastructure projects
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Ensure your team meets MBNL standards and works safely when handling loads on telecom sites. Secure your training place today.

Who Should Attend

Who Should Attend This MBNL Safe Lifting Course?
This MBNL approved manual handling training is essential for telecom professionals, construction workers, and contractors who regularly lift, carry, or move equipment and materials on mobile broadband network infrastructure sites.
Ideal for:
Telecom Industry Professionals
  • Telecom tower installation engineers and technicians
  • Mobile network infrastructure contractors and subcontractors
  • Antenna riggers and radio mast installation teams
  • Field service engineers handling base station equipment
  • Site commissioning and maintenance personnel
MBNL Project Workers
  • MBNL approved contractors required to meet safe lifting compliance
  • Site workers on Mobile Broadband Network Limited infrastructure projects
  • Engineers installing 4G/5G network equipment and cabinets
  • Utilities workers on joint telecom and power infrastructure sites
  • Project managers overseeing MBNL contract delivery
Construction & Site Operatives
  • Construction workers handling heavy tools, materials, and equipment daily
  • Ground workers moving cable reels, ducting, and installation materials
  • Warehouse and logistics staff loading/unloading telecom equipment
  • Facilities maintenance teams responsible for equipment relocation
  • Health and safety officers ensuring site compliance
Why This Training is Essential:
Regulatory Compliance – Meet MBNL safe lifting and handling requirements for contractor approval
Injury Prevention – Reduce musculoskeletal disorders and lost-time incidents
Contract Eligibility – Mandatory certification for working on MBNL infrastructure projects
Daily Task Safety – Practical skills for lifting antennas, cabinets, cable drums, and tower components
Career Development – Industry-recognized qualification for telecom and utilities professionals
Particularly Relevant For:
Workers involved in any of the following daily tasks:
  • Lifting and positioning telecom equipment cabinets and racks
  • Moving antenna systems, feeders, and mounting hardware
  • Handling cable reels, conduit, and installation materials
  • Transporting tools, generators, and site equipment
  • Loading and unloading vehicles at telecom sites
  • Team lifting of oversized or awkward loads
MBNL Contractor Compliance Requirement:
If you or your team work on MBNL projects, this certification is mandatory to comply with Mobile Broadband Network Limited safe lifting and handling regulations. Ensure your workforce maintains contractor approval status with current, valid training.
Book Your MBNL Safe Lifting Course Today
Equip your team with the essential manual handling skills and MBNL compliance certification required for telecom infrastructure work.
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