Manual Handling Training
Manual Handling
Manual handling is a physical activity that takes place in every workplace and training is a legal requirement in Ireland, for all workers who manually move loads, and engage in any activity defined as a manual handling task by the HSA.
In some cases the activity may not pose a serious risk, however manual handling tasks can pose a risk of injury when an employee is required to handle heavy, bulky, unstable or hard to access loads.
Performing manual handling tasks in awkward postures or repetitive motions can result in injury. These unfavourable ergonomic conditions produce the largest percentage of back injuries and musculoskeletal disorders.
Training Options
Classroom Training Course:
Onsite or Local Training Room
Tutored Course & Practical Assessment
Live Remote Instructor Course:
Video Conference Meeting
Tutored Course & Practical Assessment
Blended Learning Course:
E-Learning Theory Training
Tutored Practical Assessment
Course Content
The following topics are covered during this course:
- What is Manual Handling, Why do we need training?
- Legislation – Legal Requirements
- Anatomy & Back Care – how to prevent injury
- Biomechanics – using the body efficiently and safely
- Ergonomics and Risk Assessment
- Mechanical Equipment – to avoid or reduce Manual Handling
- Fitness & Flexibility
- Principles of Safe Moving – how to lift and carry correctly
- Skills Demonstration
- Practical assessment
- Written test
Maximum Participants: 10 | Certification: CTS 3 Year Certificate
Course Objectives
On completion of this training participants will be able to:
- Move loads safely
- Be able to carry out a manual handling T.I.L.E. assessment
- Be able to assess and adjust workstation ergonomics
- Understand the hazards and risks when moving loads
- Identify manual handling hazards and control the risks
- State the importance of ergonomic risk management
- Identify manual handling risks when carrying out tasks at home
- Explain the reasons for using mechanical equipment to move loads
- Describe the benefits of keeping health and fit
- List the duties of the employer and employees in the workplace
What is a Manual Handling Task?
According to the HSA a manual handling task, is a task involving the movement of a load which poses a risk of injury particularly to the back. The risk of injury can be due to unfavourable ergonomic conditions, the characteristics of the load or a combination of the two.
Avoid or Reduce Manual Handling Risks:
It is necessary to carry out a risk assessment of existing manual handling tasks before making an informed decision on which tasks need to be avoided or reduced. Employers must then take steps to avoid or reduce the risk of injury. The main concern with manual handling activity is the increased risk of injury due to wear and tear on the back. Back injuries are painful and reduce mobility, they can also lead to long absences from work.