FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructors 6N0233

Duration:

5 days

Minimum and maximum class numbers:

Classes can vary from 1-10 learners.

Award:

Participants are awarded a FETAC Level 6 Certificate.

Duration of Certificate:

Generally recommended every three years.

Course Description and General Information:

The purpose of this course is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to effectively design and deliver manual handling instruction in the workplace.

On completion of this course learners will be able to:

• Explain the main components of relevant health and safety legislation.
• Define the main components of the spinal column
• Explain the main risk factors for back injuries related to manual handling.
• Describe the concepts of ergonomics
• Explain the manual handling risk assessment process.
• To be able to carry out manual handling risk assessment.
• Describe a range of controls to avoid the risk of injuries.
• Apply main principles of manual handling to a range of manual handling tasks.
• Analyse the learners performance of manual handling techniques
• Develop inanimate manual handling training programmes
• Deliver effective manual handling training programmes
• Demonstrate understanding of adult learning principle

Course Content:

• Legislative Requirement and Health Benefit
• Anatomy and Back Care
• Ergonomic Principle and Risk Assessment
• Manual Handling Principles and Techniques
• Planning and Design of Manual Handling Training Programmes.
• Delivery of Manual Handling Training

Learners are required to complete the following assessment below in order to achieve the required standard:

• Skills Demonstration 60%
• Assignment               20%
• Examination-Theory 20%

 If you are interested in this course please use our online Contact Form.  You can also contact our office on 065-9059187 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it