
Manual Handling Instructor Course
Our QQI-approved Manual Handling Instructor Course equips participants with the knowledge and skills to become certified instructors. The programme runs over 5 days and has been successfully delivered by Occupli for more than 25 years.
Training is available at our venues in Dublin, Cork, and Limerick, as well as through live online delivery.
You can view our upcoming public course schedule below and book easily through our online system. Alternatively, you can submit an enquiry using the form provided.
We also deliver numerous private courses nationwide each year. To arrange a private course for your organisation, please contact our training department using the details below.

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€790.00 |
Information
IT Requirements for Our Webinars
- To take part in our webinars, you will need the following:
- A laptop or computer
- Learner’s full name, contact number, and email address
- A reliable internet connection
- Google Chrome™ (version 5.0 or newer recommended)
- Audio (headphones or speakers)
- A microphone and webcam
Before your training:
- Please test your internet connectivity in advance.
- Log in at least 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.
- Training is hosted via Microsoft Teams, and each attendee will receive an invitation link by email.
Course Overview
Duration: 5 Days
Participants: Up to 10 participants
Assessment: 3 components
Accreditation: QQI Level 6 Component Certificate in Manual Handling Instruction 6N0233. Visit the QQI website
Code 6S0242
NFQ Level 6
EQF Level 5
Award Class Special Purpose
Field of Learning 01. Education > 1. Education > 3. Teacher training without subject specialization
Credit Value 10
Transfer and /or progression opportunities
The total credit value required for this certificate is 10. This will be achieved by completing:
Awards
Code | Title | NFQ Level | Credit Value |
6N0233 | Instructing Manual Handling | 6 | 10 |
Course Objectives
On successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Assess the safety and risks of manual handling tasks
- Recommend measures to reduce the risk of injury
- Safely lift and handle loads using correct techniques
- Identify ergonomic risks and suggest appropriate control measures
- Deliver effective instruction on the theory and practice of safe manual handling
Target Audience
Course Aim
The QQI Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor course is designed to equip learners with the knowledge, skills, and competence required to design and deliver effective manual handling training in the workplace.
Entry Requirement
Attendees must be at least 18 years of age.
Course Contents
Day 1 – Unit 1: Legal requirements and manual handling management
Day 2 – Unit 2: Anatomy and back care
Day 3 – Unit 3: Ergonomic principles and risk assessment
Day 4 – Unit 4: Planning and designing manual handling training programmes
Day 4 – Unit 5: Delivering manual handling training
Day 5 – Final assessments
Additional QQI Information
Quality & Qualifications Ireland (QQI) is the national awarding body for further education and training in Ireland. Occupli is a provider of programmes leading to QQI awards.
Click here to view the HSA Guide to the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007, Chapter 4 of Part 2: Manual Handling of Loads
