MANUAL HANDLING INSTRUCTOR PROGRAMME – QQI Level 6
DAY 1 (AM) WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION
Course Aims and Objectives
Brief overview of Course Programme and QQI Requirements
LEGAL ASPECTS OF MANUAL HANDLING
General Application Regulations (Manual Handling)
Statutory and Common Law
Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005
Manual Handling – General Application Regulations 2007 to 2020 (Part 2 Chapter 4)
Duty to avoid manual handling where possible
Risk reduction and assessment when Manual Handling is unavoidable
The duty to provide training and information to employees
(PM) PRACTICAL MANUAL HANDLING SESSION – Conducted by Course Instructor
Day 2 (AM) (Chartered Physiotherapist)
ANATOMY
Structure and functions of the spine
How different postures can adversely affect the spine
A holistic approach to fitness for tasks and reduction of injury
WORK PHYSIOLOGY
How various parts of the human body function when lifting, pushing and pulling
the energy required to complete certain tasks
the effects on the body of carrying out routine and repetitive tasks
FITNESS AND FLEXIBILITY
Flexibility as a basic requirement in the prevention of injury
Physical Capability
A self-help programme for improved strength, endurance and flexibility.
P.M. Practical Manual Handling Session
Practical Lifting of Loads by participants at different levels. Analysis of participant performance and perfecting of good manual handling practice will be the primary focus. (Instructor led session).
DAY 3 (AM) INSTRUCTIONAL SKILLS
Methods of Learning- Adult Learning Principles
Trainer Values and Skills
Structure of an effective training module
Use of Aims, Objectives and other Strategies to motivate personnel and change working practices
Use of learning aids and other support materials
Review of topics for short presentation on Day 4
(PM) PRACTICAL – DEALING WITH DIFFERENT TYPES OF LOADS- Participant Led training session on designated lifts.
Lifting from ground level
Lifting from bench level
Lifting from bench level to height
Pushing and pulling of loads
Team Lifting
Day 4 (AM) PRESENTATION BY EACH PARTICIPANT ON PREPARED TOPICS
Each student will deliver a short presentation on an agreed/prepared topic
The tutor will then give an assessment on each of the presentations, detailing strengths and suggesting potential improvements.
Practical Manual Handling Session – All designated lifts – Student led.
(PM) MANUAL HANDLING RISK ASSESSMENT
Introduction to Ergonomics and Manual Handling Risk Assessment
Review of HSA Guidelines on the Management of Manual Handling in the Workplace
Review of the Safety, Health & Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 to 2020 – Part 2 Chapter 4
Ergonomic Assessments and Auditing Techniques
Reduction of Risks
Case Study and Assessment
Templates for Manual Handling Risk Assessment and Briefing on Post – Course Assignment
Day 5 EXAMINATION/Assessment
Final Assessment of Student Instructional Skills
Written Examination
Practical Assessment of lifts and participant ability to assess learner performance
Assignment Brief
Summary Discussion and Course Conclusion
Assessment/Assignment/Presentation Brief
Participants will be assessed by means of the following methods:
Presentation (Skills Demonstrations in Presentation Delivery and Practical area) – 60%
Written Examination – 20%
Post Course Risk Assessment Assignment (Project) – 20%
Certification: Successful Candidates will receive the QQI Level 6 Award through the normal QQI submission process, subject to external authentication.
Funding support available to SWG Skillnet members
