Manual Handling Training
Learn proper lifting techniques and ergonomic principles to prevent workplace injuries and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
Fully Accredited
CPD, IIRSM Approved
Course Description
Course Overview
This Manual Handling Training course provides learners with the knowledge and practical understanding needed to safely handle loads in the workplace. Improper manual handling is one of the leading causes of workplace injuries in Ireland, making this course essential for all employees.What You Will Learn
- The anatomy of the spine and how injuries occur
- Risk assessment procedures for manual handling tasks
- Proper lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling techniques
- Legal obligations under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act
Target Audience
This course is suitable for all employees across every industry who are involved in any form of manual handling in their daily work activities.view_list Course Modules
Introduction to Manual Handling
Overview of manual handling hazards, common injuries and the importance of correct technique.
Risk Assessment & Safe Practices
How to conduct manual handling risk assessments and apply ergonomic principles.
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Operations Director, Greenfield Logistics
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Alan Kearns
" Recently attended a course here. Kevin was an outstanding instructor. Would highly recommend EFAST."
Liz Wynne
" Excellent service. Efficient, friendly, reliable, convenient, and value for money. Several friends have used it and are very happy with it. Definitely would recommend it to anyone."
David Lombard
" They are very easy and helpful to work with, I called their ambulance and they came very fast and did the patient transfer in their modern equipment packed ambulance and a professional team of officers."
Thor Odinson
God of Thunder, Asguard
" I enrolled for Emergency First Response (EFR) onsite course with EFAST Ireland, the instructors are very good and supportive. I learned in depth and get the knowledge from the people who not only have theoretical as well as practical knowledge."
Tony Stark
Student, Trinity College Dublin
" Amazing experience with EFAST Ireland!"
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Safety Officer, Clixlogix
" The leadership and management course transformed how our supervisors approach team interactions. Communication has improved across departments and we've seen a measurable increase in employee satisfaction scores."
Ronan Burke
CEO, Burke Engineering Group
" Not only is the training content top-notch, but the customer support team went above and beyond to help us set up group enrolment for our 50+ employees. They even provided custom reporting on completion rates."
Niamh O'Reilly
Training Coordinator, Limerick Healthcare Trust
" I completed the GDPR training in under two hours and came away with a much clearer understanding of data protection obligations. The real-world case studies were particularly helpful in making the content stick."
Mark Ryan
IT Administrator, TechSolutions Ireland
" We used the safeguarding children course for all our teaching staff and SNAs. The content is comprehensive, age-appropriate in its examples, and fully aligned with Tusla guidelines. Absolutely essential training."
Sinéad Kelly
Principal, St. Mary's National School
" With staff spread across multiple locations, in-person training was always a logistical nightmare. EFAST's online platform solved this completely. Everyone completed their food safety certification on their own schedule."
Ciarán Doyle
Regional Manager, FreshBite Catering
" From registration to certification, the entire process was seamless. The course content is clearly written by experts who understand real-world workplace challenges. Our compliance audit passed with flying colours thanks to EFAST."
Emma Fitzgerald
Compliance Manager, HealthFirst Ireland
" The mental health awareness module was very insightful. It has really helped our management team better understand and support employees dealing with stress and anxiety. I would highly recommend this to any organisation."
Declan Walsh
Managing Director, Walsh & Partners
" Compared to classroom-based training, the online courses offered by EFAST provide exceptional value. The accredited certification is recognised across our industry, and the flexible learning schedule was perfect for our busy team."
Aoife Brennan
Safety Officer, Cork Construction Ltd
" We enrolled our entire warehouse team in the manual handling training and the results have been remarkable. Workplace injuries related to lifting have dropped by 60% since completion. The online format made it easy to schedule around shifts."
Padraig O'Connor
Operations Director, Greenfield Logistics
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