Certified Manual Handling Training – Online Course with Practical Assessment

Overview

Our Certified Manual Handling Course is fully compliant with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 - Manual Handling of Loads. This course is designed to help employees and employers reduce the risk of back injuries, musculoskeletal disorders, and workplace accidents through safe lifting techniques, risk assessment, and ergonomic best practices.

The training covers anatomy of the spine, injury prevention strategies, correct manual handling techniques, posture improvement, and the importance of workplace safety. It is suitable for all industries where manual handling is part of daily work activities.

Manual Handling Course Content

  1. Safe manual handling principles and techniques

  2. Common injuries caused by poor lifting practices

  3. Injury prevention strategies in the workplace

  4. Anatomy of the back and spinal structure

  5. Mechanics of the spine and how injuries occur

  6. Risk factors for back injury and musculoskeletal strain

  7. The role of Safety Statements in manual handling safety

  8. Examples of manual handling tasks in different industries

  9. Understanding and applying risk assessment

  10. Identifying workplace hazards related to lifting and moving loads

  11. Best practices for handling unfamiliar or heavy loads

  12. Using lifting aids, tools, and safe workflow processes

  13. Correct manual handling techniques for different scenarios

  14. Team lifting and cooperation with colleagues

  15. Maintaining a safe and organised workspace

  16. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for manual handling safety

Assessment & Certification

In compliance with Irish regulations, all Manual Handling training in Ireland requires a practical visual assessment.

  • Step 1: Complete the online theory training at your own pace.

  • Step 2: Undergo a visual skills assessment with one of our Level 6 certified assessors.

  • Step 3: Receive your Manual Handling Certificate, valid for industry compliance.

Flexible Online Learning

  • Available anytime, anywhere – complete the course on PC, laptop, or tablet.

  • Requires an internet connection; approx. 130MB data usage (similar to a 30-minute YouTube video).

  • Learn at your own pace – you can pause and resume anytime, and the system will save your progress.

  • Average completion time: 2 hours for theory + 15 minutes for the practical assessment.

Who Should Take This Course?

  • Employees involved in lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling loads

  • Warehouse, logistics, and transport staff

  • Healthcare, hospitality, and manufacturing workers

  • Employers seeking to comply with Irish workplace health and safety laws

Manual Handling Course and Practical Assessment