• Instruct others in the theory and techniques of safe Manual Handling
• Apply any new information with respect to Manual Handling training, to further enhance knowledge, presentation and practical demonstration skills
• Carry our a basic Manual Handling risk assessment in the workplace

• Ergonomics: Ergonomic assessment – Adapting the demands of a task to the capabilities of the worker – Reduction of risk – Improvement of unsafe working practices and environments – Job design – Case study and assessment
• Working safely: Principles of safe lifting and moving techniques – Practical lifting, pushing and pulling exercises – Video of practical exercises – Assessment of practical – Development of practical lifting skills – Allocation of topics for Day 2 instructional skills assessment
• Manual handling practical exercises: Lifting from a floor – Lifting from a table – Lifting from low to high – Handling sacks and drums – Pushing and pulling
• Presentations by participants with feedback and assessment of instructional skills

Mileage @ €0.50 per km and accommodation @ €100 per night may be charged for courses.

English is the language in which training is delivered and participants must have a good command of the English language. If participants wish to bring an interpreter they may do so but prior notice must be given to Anderco.

Qualified Manual Handling Instructors who need to refresh their skills and before going forward for FETAC RPL process.

Participants must hold a valid Manual Handling Instructors Certificate