Manual Handling Training

Essential training for a safer workplace, compliant with Irish legislation.

Course Overview

Our Manual Handling Training is expertly designed to provide you with the essential knowledge to perform manual handling duties safely and ensure full compliance with Irish Health and Safety Legislation. This course focuses on practical, effective techniques to prevent workplace injuries.

Who Should Attend?

This course is mandatory for all employers and employees who engage in any form of manual handling, including pushing, pulling, or lifting, as part of their role. It is essential for understanding your responsibilities and minimising risk.

Participant Requirements

There are no minimum entry requirements. However, participants should be physically capable of performing minor practical activities to demonstrate competency in the required manual handling techniques.

Course Modules

  • Irish Health & Safety Legislation
  • Anatomy & the Musculoskeletal System
  • Biomechanics & Safe Handling Principles
  • Manual Handling Risk Assessment (T.I.L.E.)
  • Use of Mechanical Equipment
  • Importance of Nutrition, Fitness & Flexibility
  • Principles of Safe Manual Handling (Practical)
Instructor demonstrating safe manual handling lifting techniques to a trainee

Course Price:

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Format

Onsite

Duration

Min. 4 Hours (as per learner needs)

Places for Students

Max 12

Language:

English, Spanish, French

Certifications

Digital, Physical. Valid for 3 years. Refresher required if job role changes.

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Numbers Speak For Themselves!

Courses complete
1
Pass Rate
1 %
Instructors
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