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  Manual Handling Instructor Refresher Training One to One, ON-LINE TRAINING

"The aim of the OHSS Manual Handling Instructors training programme is to make you the best Manual Handling Instructor you can be!" qqi logo Training

Learner Profile

Learners must have achieved the QQI Level 6 Special Purpose award in Manual Handling Instruction.

Purpose

Employers are required by law to provide training in manual handling training , using instructors who have been awarded the QQI Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor award. In addition, the manual handling instructor must maintain their competency by attending seminars /refresher programmes/ etc.

Key objectives are:

  1. To equip the learner with the skills necessary to identify poor handling habits and conditions
  2. To make the learner knowledgeable on how to motivate handlers to improve both their use of self and the organisation of their activity, when handling objects at work.
  3. To equip learners with the ability to revise the content of their instruction programme to reflect any new knowledge as it becomes available
  4. To provide learners with a clear understanding of the employer's role in the safe management of manual handling in the workplace.

Learning Outcomes

After a 2.5 hour, one-to-one training programme you will:

  • Know how to spot poor handling habits and conditions;
  • Be able for motivate handlers to use optimum postures;
  • Clearly understand the employer’s role in managing safe handling
  • Be equipped with a manual handling powerpoint presentation and workbook
  • Understand and be able to teach dynamic risk assessment
  • Be able to source and download training aids to enhance learning

How you will learn

During this one-to -one training session: The content of the sessions will be driven by and tailored to, the needs of the learner. A variety of exercises will be completed to ensure a thorough understanding of relevant anatomy. MAC risk assessment forms will be reviewed. Demonstrations in techniques for lifting/ carrying/ pushing/pulling etc will be carried out as required. Different ways of presenting the section on Legislation will be explored.

Certification

Learners will receive an OHSS certificate indicating they successfully completed Manual Handling Instruction Refresher training.

Tutors

Mary Murphy MMedScOccHealth

Manual Handling Instructor Refresher Training (one-to-one, 2.5 hr)

Delivered on demand via Zoom

Date: To book a session:
Contact: Phone MARY MURPHY 091-441637 at Occupational Health and Safety Services or Email info@ohssireland.com

Testimonials

One to one was excellent, very relaxed, easy to discuss many issues. Excellent tutor and presentation. Would recommend to others.
Colum Hardy 15/9/23

Mary has exceptionally good training skills. I would never think Manual Handling Training could be delivered in such an interesting way. I would highly recommend this training.
Michal Chodola, Cambus Medical

The course is of great value in developing your own skills to deliver your training to an even higher standard.
Phonsie McAteer , Marine Harvest Ireland

The practical training elements, props, videos and exercises covered on this course will infuse enthusiasm and bring a new element of engagement at Manual Handling Inductions.
Mary O'Dea

Testimonials

"Excellent course on Safety Reps. Good balance across broad range of subject matter. Sufficiently in depth., provides good understanding of safety rep role and how to get the most from it. "
Avicen Fahey HR Administrator, Fintrax Group Holdings Ltd

"The trainer, Mary Murphy demonstrated complete knowledge of the subject matter and answered all questions fully. Quite refreshing."
Eoghan Kenny, Quality Manager. KPW