Manual Handling Assessors

By the end of the course, the participant will be able to display and understanding of:

• Identifying manual handling actions
• Listing factors that create the problem
• Carrying out task analysis
• Identifying control measures
• Suggestions for improvements
• How to carry out an assessment and record it
• Communicating the findings from the assessment

• Regulations: What is required
• Identifying manual handling
• Associating factors
• Task analysis:
  • Task
  • Individual
  • Load
  • Environment
• Identifying controls
• Guidance on weight limits
• Recommending further actions
• Use of the MAC tool
• Recording assessments (Example)
• Practical manual handling assessments with debrief
• Written question paper

The training involves candidate participation with the emphasis on the practical element of the training.

The HSE recommended MAC tool is covered.

Candidates will carry out example assessments on the course, which will be assessed, and they will undertake a brief written question paper.

Candidates will receive software with assessment format and guidance notes.