MANUAL HANDLING

Course Description

This course provides best practice training to staff engaged in the manual handling of loads under the Safety, Health & Welfare at Work Act 2007, Chapter 4.
Carnew Training & Development Centre delivers manual handling training using an in house QQI Level 6 Accredited Manual Handling Instructor.
Upon completion of the course, the candidate will obtain a certificate of attendance which will be valid for 3 years.

Course Content

  • Law related to Manual Handling
  • Employer & Employee Duties
  • Function & Anatomy of the spine
  • Manual Handling Injuries & Hazards
  • Means to avoid or reduce Manual Handling
  • Good handling techniques & practice
  • Conducting a Risk Assessment using the T.I.L.E. Principle
  • The 8 Principles of Manual Handling

Course Cost

€60
(May Qualify for DEASP Funding – Please enquire for further details)

Duration / Accreditation

Duration: 4 hours
Accreditation:- Carnew Training & Development Centre