Train The Trainer Course

Manual Handling of Objects

Train your team to deliver compliant, in-house manual handling training for safer workplaces

Duration

1–2 days depending on group size and experience

Location

Nationwide UK coverage. Delivered on-site at your premises or via blended learning

Resources Included

Training materials, course handbook, teaching templates

Certification

Valid for 12 months

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Overview

Our Manual Handling of Objects Train the Trainer course is ideal for experienced staff, supervisors, and managers who are ready to deliver practical, engaging in-house training on the safe handling of inanimate loads. Whether working in care, facilities, maintenance, or support roles, this course equips your internal trainers with the knowledge, confidence, and qualification to raise safety standards across your organisation.

Poor manual handling remains one of the biggest causes of musculoskeletal injuries and staff absence in the UK. By investing in in-house training capability, your organisation can reduce risk, cut costs, and build a safety-first culture.

Who is this course for?

This course is suitable for:

  • Care and support staff
  • Housekeeping, facilities, and logistics teams
  • Team leaders, supervisors, and managers
  • Anyone with experience in manual handling who will train others internally

What does the course cover?

This course blends hands-on practice with teaching skills to help your team deliver effective, compliant manual handling training for inanimate loads (e.g. boxes, equipment, supplies).

Course Content Includes:

  1. Manual Handling Essentials
    • What is manual handling and why it matters
    • The impact of poor technique and common injury risks
    • Legal definitions and statistics on musculoskeletal disorders
  2. Key Legislation & Responsibilities
    • Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (HSWA)
    • Manual Handling Operations Regulations (MHOR) 1992
    • PUWER, LOLER, and associated regulations
    • Employer and employee responsibilities
  3. Risk Assessment & TILEE Framework
    • The 5 steps of risk assessment
    • T.I.L.E.E. (Task, Individual, Load, Environment, Equipment)
    • Identifying hazards and minimising risk
    • How to use and apply TILEE in care settings
  4. Safe Handling Techniques
    • Lifting principles and correct posture
    • Safe load zones (e.g. knuckle to elbow height)
    • Avoiding twisting, rushing, and poor movement habits
    • Equipment use: trolleys, slide sheets, grabbers
  5. Body Mechanics & Injury Prevention
    • Understanding the spine, posture, and neutral alignment
    • Soft hips and knees, stable base, and joint safety
    • Tips for real-world handling scenarios (e.g. deliveries, supply restocking)
  6. Training Delivery Skills
    • Planning a training session
    • Teaching adult learners effectively
    • Delivering engaging theory and practical content
    • Assessing learners and giving feedback
  7. Assessment and Certification
    • Micro-teaching session (each participant delivers a short lesson)
    • Written and practical assessments
    • Certification issued upon successful completion (valid for 3 years)

Benefits of this course

  • Reduce manual handling-related injuries and absences
  • Lower reliance on costly external trainers
  • Deliver training that matches your real work environments
  • Flexibility to train new and existing staff on your schedule
  • Aligns with CQC, HSE, and MHOR requirements
  • Build confident in-house trainers to champion safe practice

Why Is Manual Handling Training So Important?

Poor manual handling is a leading cause of staff injuries, compensation claims, and lost working days across the care and support sectors. In 2022/23 alone, over 6.6 million working days were lost due to related musculoskeletal disorders.

Training your own staff to become qualified trainers allows you to:

  • Improve everyday safety and reduce back injuries
  • Respond quickly to issues, incidents, or new starters
  • Boost staff confidence and compliance
  • Demonstrate your commitment to proactive health and safety management

Why Choose Us?

  • Trainers with real-world health, care, and facilities experience
  • Up-to-date with the latest legislation and HSE best practice
  • Focused on practical application and confident delivery
  • Excellent reviews from care homes, support services, and facility teams across the UK

We Also Offer External Manual Handling Training

If you’re not ready to run in-house training just yet, we also offer:

  • Annual refresher training
  • Practical training for logistics, care, and cleaning staff
  • Workplace risk assessments and technique audits
  • Flexible group bookings nationwide

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