Online Manual Handling Theory Training

  • Covers Irish Legislation
  • CPD Accredited - 1 Credit
  • QQI Level 6 Instructors
  • Unlimited Free Retakes
  • Instant Access
  • Instant Certification
  • 100% Online Training
  • 60 Minute Completion Time
  • Theory Certificate Awarded

About This Course

Our Online Manual Handling Theory Course is designed for employees engaged in low-risk tasks or those who have completed or plan to complete practical manual handling lifting sessions. This course thoroughly covers the essentials of Irish manual handling legislation, focusing on anatomy, injury prevention, and dynamic risk assessment, while providing in-depth guidance on lifting techniques.

Course Content

  • Manual Handling Legislation
  • Anatomy
  • Manual Handling Related Injuries
  • Risk Assessment
  • Mechanical Aids
  • Lifting Techniques

Course Objectives

  • Understand the law surrounding manual handling​
  • Identify a good manual handling lift​
  • Spot manual handling hazards​
  • Understand manual handling injuries​
  • Identify solutions to manual handling problems​

Course Prerequisites

This course is delivered in English, a good understanding of written and oral English will be necessary to complete this training. 
This course includes "Closed Captions". The close captions are ideal for learners with hearing difficulties. They are also a great aid for an employee whose first language is not English but has a good grasp of the language.

Manual Handling Theory Course Contents