MANUAL HANDLING

COURSE OVERVIEW

Providing instruction and training to relevant staff is a requirement outlined in the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work, Regulations 2007, that must be adhered to in relation to manual handling.

Our Manual Handling Training Course aims to provide participants with the knowledge, skills and attitude to enable them to lift and move loads according to good manual handling techniques.

It is a half-day course, delivered by a certified trainer, through classroom-based tutorials and practical training.

Course Objective

On completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Perform specific manual handling tasks competently to a recognised standard.
  • Complete essential risk assessment prior to completing manual handling tasks.
  • Identify ergonomic factors associated with their work activities.
  • Complete a series of exercises designed to improve strength, endurance and flexibility, the key components of physical fitness.

Course Requirements

In order to partake in this course, participants must meet the following requirements:

  • Have a good level of English.

Course Content

  • Introduction
  • Manual Handling Legislation
  • Anatomy of the Spine
  • Posture & Fitness
  • Manual Handling Risk Assessments
  • Ergonomics
  • Manual Handling Principles & Techniques

Course Duration

  • 1/2 Day

Course Assessment

  • Theory & Practical Assessment

Course Certification

  • On successful completion, participants will be awarded with a FETAC Certificate which is valid for 3 years.

Further Information

  • For further information regarding courses or bookings, please get in touch.
  • For further information with regards to Manual Handling, please visit the Health & Safety Authority website.