Manual Handling

The aim of this course is to provide the candidate with a theoretical knowledge and the practical skills; to recognise the risks of unsafe practices involved in manual handling as required by the Manual Handling Regulations.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

Under the Safety, Health & Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations, 2007, it is a requirement that ALL employees attend Manual Handling Training with particular emphasis on anyone who is engaged in the lifting and handling of loads.

MANUAL HANDLING COURSE CONTENT

  • Health and Safety Legislation
  • The Musculoskeletal System
  • Manual Handling Risk Assessment T.I.L.E.
  • Manual Handling Injuries
  • Safe Manual Handling
  • Manual Handling demonstration
  • Anatomy of the spine and muscular system
  • The basic principles of Safe Lifting

DURATION: 4 hours

DELIVERY: Theory and Practical based training

ASSESSMENT: Tutor assessed delivered by a Qualified Instructor (NFQ Level 6)

CERTIFICATION: GSW Solutions Training Certification –

COST: €45 per person

RENEWAL it is recommended that training should be re visited not more than three (3) years.

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