Cookie Policy

Last updated: June 2026

Our cookies, your choice

At Online CPD Academy, trading as Manual Handling Training, we are committed to being transparent about how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies. This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences. We aim to keep our use of cookies to a minimum and, where cookies are not strictly necessary, you remain in control — you can accept, reject or remove them at any time using the methods described below.

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet or phone) when you visit a website. They allow a site to remember your actions and preferences — such as login information or display settings — over a period of time, so that you do not have to re-enter them whenever you return or move between pages. Cookies can be “session” cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser, or “persistent” cookies, which remain on your device until they expire or you delete them.

The cookies we use fall into two broad groups by who sets them:

• First-party cookies – set by our own website.
• Third-party cookies – set by services external to our website, typically used for analytics, advertising or added functionality.

Types of cookies we use

The cookies and similar technologies on our website fall into four broad categories.

Strictly necessary cookies

These cookies are essential for the basic functionality of the website. They are usually only set in response to actions you take — such as logging in, setting privacy preferences, submitting forms or completing your £14 course booking.

• These cookies cannot be disabled through our cookie preference tool.
• They do not store personally identifiable information.
• Blocking them in your browser may prevent key features of our site or our learning platform from functioning properly.

Performance cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our site by collecting information such as page visits and navigation patterns. All data is aggregated and anonymous.

• Used to identify popular and underperforming pages.
• Help us improve the user experience.
• These cookies are optional and can be disabled if preferred.

Functional cookies

These cookies allow the site to provide enhanced features and personalisation, such as saving your login details or display preferences.

• May be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we integrate.
• Disabling them may cause some services or features to function improperly.

Targeting cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and to track the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns.

• Enable us and our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests.
• Do not directly store identifiable personal data.
• If disabled, you may experience less targeted advertising across other websites.

Managing your cookie preferences

Strictly necessary cookies are required for our website and learning platform to operate as intended, and these cannot be disabled using the cookie settings tool. Performance, functional and targeting cookies can be customised through the cookie preferences tool available on our site. Your selections will be saved via your browser settings and can be changed at any time.

You can also manage and control cookies through your browser. Most web browsers allow you to view, manage, delete and block cookies for any website — the controls are usually found within the “Settings”, “Preferences” or “Privacy” menus. Please be aware that if you remove or block all cookies, some features of our website — and many other websites — may not work correctly. You will need to update these settings on each browser and device you use.

Governance and policy monitoring

• Policy owner: the Continuous Improvement Director oversees compliance with, and maintenance of, this policy.
• Ongoing review: this policy is reviewed regularly to ensure it reflects user feedback, regulatory changes and evolving technical standards.

This website is operated by Online CPD Academy, trading as Manual Handling Training. If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies — or about a refund, which is available at any time before you start the course — please contact us at info@onlinecpdacademy.co.uk or call 0808 164 2780.