Handling Fragile Goods, Training & Accreditation

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Part 1 – Online Theory (Self-Paced)

Goal: Build understanding before touching anything heavy.

Delivery: LMS modules with short videos, reading content, and quizzes.

Duration: ~30 hours total (completed over days or weeks).

Core modules:

1. Principles of Fragile Goods Handling
2. Manual Handling, Body Mechanics and the Physics
3. Protective Wrapping & Packaging Materials
4. Vehicle Loading & Load Security
5. Driving and in Transit Safety
6. Customer-Site Risk Assessment
7. In place location delivery
8. Stairs and awkward movement
9. Insurance and the Law
10. Incident Reporting & Insurance Procedures
11. Sustainability & Waste Reduction

Requirements to progress:

• Complete all modules
• Minimum 80 % quiz average
• Download readiness certificate → unlock Phase 2 booking

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Part 2 – Practical & Assessment (2 Days, In-Person)

Goal: Develop and demonstrate physical competence.

Day 1 – Training & Practice

• Instructor demo of correct lifting, strapping, cornering and stair movement
• Students work in pairs under supervision
• Cover use of dollies, ramps, pulleys, HDPE slides, protective wrapping
• Focus on planning, communication, and control (not brute strength)

Day 2 – Practice + Practical Exam

Warm up practicle.

Practical Examination (approx. 2 hours per pair):

• Safe wrap, carry and load sequence
• Vehicle securing check
• Unloading Sequence
• Controlled movement through doorways/stairs
• De-wrapping and inspection procedure

Marked via checklist (Pass / Re-train required)

Second attempt included in cost.

Part 3 – Final Theory Exam

Goal: Confirm knowledge retention and understanding of standards.

• 20 randomised questions (MCQ + Situational Scenario essay)
• Time limit : 60 minutes
• Passing score : ≥ 80 %

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Certification Outcome

• Digital Certificate + QR Verification Link
• “Accredited White-Glove Handler – BGold Standard”
• Validity: 3 years
• Directory Listing: Public listing to verify accredited handler

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Price

In house training is in groups of 6.

£450 / student, or £250 / student for a group of 6.