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Comprehensive Manual Handling Instructors and Assessors Training Course

Equip Your Team with Advanced Skills for Effective Manual Handling Training and Assessment
our aim

This comprehensive three-day course is designed to show delegates how effective training and instruction can be integrated into a manual handling risk management programme.

Prior experience in instruction or training is not required, as guidance will be provided throughout the programme.

 

Delegates will deliver an assessed presentation at the end of the course. Upon successful completion, they will be added to our Register of Instructors and Assessors for three years. After this period, attendance at a one-day refresher/recertification course is required to remain on the register.

Key takeaways

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Injury Awareness

Describe the main manual handling injuries and how they occur.

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Risk Assessment

Make assessments of manual handling operations.

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Risk Reduction

Identify effective avoidance and reduction measures.

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Legal Knowledge

Outline the legal requirements relating to manual handling.

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Base Movement

Demonstrate and use a sound base movement.

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Instruction Skills

Instruct others effectively in manual handling assessment and lifting techniques.

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Course Programme

  • Defining Manual Handling:
    Understand the scope and importance of manual handling in the workplace.
  • Anatomy & Physiology:
    Learn about the anatomy and physiology related to manual handling and common injuries.
  • Causes of Injury:
    Identify the primary causes of manual handling injuries.
  • Legal Aspects:
    Review legal requirements and regulations related to manual handling.
  • General Risk Assessment:
    Introduction to general risk assessment principles and techniques.
  • Manual Handling Risk Assessment:
    Learn about specific manual handling risk assessment tools (LITE, MAC, etc.).
  • Applying Principles of Control:
    Understand and apply principles of control to manual handling tasks.
  • Practical Session on Base Movement:
    Engage in practical exercises to master base movement techniques.
  • Dual/Team Lifting:
    Learn and practice safe dual/team lifting techniques.
  • Presentations:
    Deliver a presentation of delegate choice for assessment.
  • Identifying Training Needs:
    Learn how to identify training needs within your organisation.
  • Training Design and Delivery:
    Develop and deliver effective manual handling training programmes.
  • Evaluation Methods:
    Understand and apply different methods for evaluating training effectiveness.
  • Presentation Skills:
    Enhance your presentation skills to deliver impactful training sessions.
  • Written Assessment:
    Complete a written assessment to demonstrate your knowledge.
  • Practical Presentation Assessment:
    Deliver an assessed practical presentation.
  • Potential Damage: Understand the potential damage to the spine from improper manual handling.
  • Structure and Prevention of Harm: Learn about the spine’s structure and how to prevent harm through safe practices.
  • Guideline Weights: Review the guideline weights for lifting.
  • Full Assessment Techniques: Learn full assessment techniques for manual handling tasks.

Certification & Personalisation

Certified Achievement

Earn a certificate of attendance and be added to our Register of Instructors and Assessors.

Customised Learning

Tailor the session to incorporate client-specific processes and procedures for maximum relevance.

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Proven Impact

of participants report improved ability to transfer manual handling knowledge to others.
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Companies experience a 45% increase in long-term safety improvements related to manual handling.
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of delegates feel more confident and capable in delivering high-quality training.
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Completing the Manual Handling Instructors and Assessors course has significantly enhanced our training programme. The detailed guidance and practical exercises provided have empowered our team to deliver effective manual handling training and assessments. This training is essential for any organisation committed to maintaining high safety standards.

Sarah Roberts, Training Manager

why join us

Elevating workplace safety, catalysing success

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Join Our Training Session

Enhance your workplace safety practices with our Manual Handling Instructors and Assessors training course. This session is designed for those committed to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment. With expert-led training and practical, hands-on exercises, you’ll gain the advanced knowledge and skills necessary to conduct effective manual handling training and assessments.

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Stay Ahead of the Curve

Our course content is continuously updated to reflect the latest manual handling techniques and legislative updates, ensuring you receive the most comprehensive and impactful training available.

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