Manual Handling Workshop
Overview
Manual Handling – Compliant, Practical, Professional
Half-Day Certified Workshop | HSA-Aligned | QQI Level 6 Instructors
Join Inspire Training Solutions, health & safety training provider for a comprehensive manual handling certification workshop. Learn evidence-based techniques that protect you in the work place and ensure full regulatory compliance.
Event Details
📅 Date: Wednesday 14 January 2025
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM – 2.00 PM (4.5 hours including breaks)
📍 Location: Shamrock Lodge Hotel
👥 Group Size: Maximum 12 participants per instructor
🏆 Certification: 3-Year Valid Manual Handling Certificate (HSA-Compliant)
What Makes This Workshop Different
✅ Expert-Led Training
Led by QQI Level 6 Certified Manual Handling Instructors with extensive industrial and commercial experience. Our instructors understand real workplace challenges, not just theory.
✅ Workplace-Focused Practical Sessions
Hands-on practice with actual workplace scenarios relevant to your industry. We don't just teach technique—we teach application.
✅ Full Regulatory Compliance
Fully aligned with Irish Health & Safety Authority (HSA) guidelines and Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007. Your certification meets all employer legal obligations.
✅ Small Group Advantage
Maximum 12 participants ensures individual attention, proper technique correction, and genuine skill acquisition—not just a tick-box exercise.
✅ Professional Healthcare Standards
Delivered by senior operations professionals in commercial and industrial industries who understand quality assurance, risk management, and regulatory compliance from the inside.
Who Should Attend
Essential for:
- Healthcare workers, carers, and support staff
- Warehouse, logistics, and manufacturing personnel
- Retail and hospitality staff handling deliveries
- Office workers with manual handling duties
- Anyone requiring manual handling certification for employment
- Safety officers and HR managers coordinating team training
Perfect for both individuals seeking certification and companies training staff groups.
Workshop Content – What You'll Learn
Theory Module (90 minutes)
- Legal responsibilities under Irish health & safety legislation
- Understanding musculoskeletal injury risk factors
- Anatomy and biomechanics of safe movement
- Hazard identification and risk assessment principles
- Employer and employee duties
Practical Skills Module (2.5 hours)
- Safe lifting techniques for loads of varying size and weight
- Team lifting procedures and communication
- Pushing and pulling mechanics
- Lifting from different heights and confined spaces
- Load carrying and placement techniques
- Use of mechanical aids and equipment
- Personal protective considerations
Assessment & Certification
- Individual practical skills assessment
- Multiple-choice theory evaluation
- Immediate feedback and technique refinement
- Certificate issued on successful completion
Pricing & Packages
💼 Individual Booking
€75 per person
Includes all training materials, assessment, and certification
🏢 Small Group Rate (3-5 people from same organisation)
€65 per person (€325 total)
Ideal for small teams or departments
🏭 Corporate Group Rate (6-12 people)
€450 per course (€37.50–€75 per person depending on numbers)
Maximum value for training entire teams
Travel surcharge may apply as necessary
📅 Multiple Course Discount
Book 3+ sessions in advance and receive 10% off each course
Your Investment Protection
✓ Money-Back Guarantee
If you're not completely satisfied with the training quality, we'll refund your fee—no questions asked.
✓ Free Refresher Reminder Service
We'll notify you when your certification is approaching expiry.
✓ Post-Training Support
Email support for 30 days after training for any workplace manual handling questions.
Instructor Credentials
Lee Johnston
QQI Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor | VDU Assessor | NISO Certificate in Safety, Health and Welfare at Work | First Aid Responder
Lee Johnston is a seasoned Health and Safety trainer, specializing in practical, workplace-focused safety programs across healthcare, logistics, and manufacturing. With QQI Level 6 qualifications and hands-on experience delivering compliant manual handling, risk assessments, and work-related safety training, Lee combines medical operations insight with a passion for clear, engaging instruction. A proactive communicator and safety advocate, Lee designs scalable training that reduces risk, enhances compliance, and supports organizational safety cultures.
Registration & Contact
📞 Phone: 087 771 5503
📧 Email: itrainingsolutions20@gmail.com
Registration closes 48 hours before event date
Minimum 6 participants required to run each workshop
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Quality-assured health & safety training for Ireland's workforce
Good to know
Highlights
- 4 hours
- ages 16+
- In person
- Free parking
- Doors at 9:00 AM
Refund Policy
Location
Shamrock Lodge Hotel
Clonown Road
N37 CK73 Athlone Ireland
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