Aim: As stated in the 2005 Safety Health and Welfare Act and General Application Regulations it states that all employees in all industries must carry out manual handling training before commencement of work. By facilitating training for employees to conduct manual handling safely you are complying with your legal requirements.

Outcome for trainees

At the end of the session trainees will be able:

 To assess the loads they are about to lift
 Know where they are about to lift
 Know whether it is too awkward or heavy
 Realise their own capacity and limits
 Handle loads more safely

Course Content:

 Legislation and Statistics
 Anatomy & Injuries
 Body Mechanics
 Risk Assessment
 Lifting Safely
 Assessment
 Back Care in everyday life
 Demonstration

 

Course particulars:

Certification by FSEI

Course content directory: HSA Manual Handling Guidelines Duration: Half- day Dates: Venue:

Note: All participants should wear comfortable clothing and footwear in order to complete practical lifts