FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course- Approved!
Qualtec are proud to announce that they are one of the first companies approved to run this course. Please note accreditation to this qualification is also available through a Recognition of Prior Learning Process (RPL), (for more details please click here).
Course aim
The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to effectively design and deliver manual handling instruction in the workplace.
Course objectives
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 assessments
- Describe a range of controls to avoid and reduce the risk of injuries
- Apply the main principles of inanimate 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 principles
- Give effective instruction in practical manual handling
techniques
Content
Unit 1 Legislative requirements and health benefit
Unit 2 Anatomy and back care
Unit 3 Ergonomic principles and risk assessment
Unit 4 Manual handling principles and techniques
Unit 5 Planning and design of manual handling training
programmes
Unit 6 Delivery of manual handling training
Locations
Glenroyal Hotel, Maynooth, Co.Kildare.
Cost
900 euro
Certification
In successful completion of this course learners will receive a FETAC Level 6 Instructing Manual Handling Certificate
Dates
Testimonials
Testimonials
March 2011
“Excellent “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course”” Roddy McGowan, Siennheiser
““FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course” was well presented. Instructor was brilliant, very interactive. Made everyone welcome. Enjoyed the “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course” so much, I didn’t want the 5 days to end!!” Detailed, interesting & fun. I have learned lots of new information! Thanks Sean” Edel Phillips, Patrick Lynch Ltd.
“Filled with confidence after completing the “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course”. “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course” was very interesting and brought interaction between the class. Great!” Patrck Enright, AIBP.
“I really enjoyed the “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course”, in 5 days I feel I gained confidence presenting and being involved in group work” Aisling Roche, Safety4u.
“I felt it was great and really supportive to get me up from the start.” Michael Harper, Safety4u.
“Overall I found the “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course” to be excellent” Thank you” Michael Tiernan, Malta Services.
“Excellent enjoyable “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course” delivered in an informal & friendly manner. Would recommend Qualtec as a training provider.” Paul Bourke, Altech.
“Would highly recommend the “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course” to anyone who deals with manual handling in the workplace. San is a very good instructor and would consider doing more “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course”s in the future” Christopher Poole, Alstrom Ireland.
February 2011
“Really enjoyed the “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course”- tutor was very relaxed, which in turn relaxed the whole group” Very informative and relevant to the work environment. “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course” content was all relevant and the use of props and scenarios etc enhanced it” Christine Burke.
“Sean was a great trainer. Flexible and added humour to the subject. Really enjoyed it!” Steffani-Jade McDonagh.
“I really enjoyed the “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course”. It increased my confidence and knowledgeable” Nicola Daly.
“Enjoyed the “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course” and feel confident that I can deliver a manual handling “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course”.”. Catherine Quealy.
“The “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course” was very good and very well delivered” Susan Stanley.
“Enjoyed the “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course”. Great tutor and a lovely group to work with” Margo O’Connell.
“Enjoyed the “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course”, tutor was very good, group very, very nice people.” Ray Bourke, AIBP.
“Enjoyed the “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course”. Tutor was good and there was a nice bunch of people attending” Colette Dunne.
January 2011
“Excellent “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course”. Well delivered. Thank you!” Paula Bristley, Gheel Autism Services.
“Excellent facilities and instruction. Students felt at ease with learning and training” Siobhan Flannery.
“Very well planned “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course”. All aims and objectives met”. “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course” content and presentation were excellent” Dee Martin, Offaly Centre for Independent Living.
“Very enjoyable and informative”. Sabine Warick” The Organbic Centre.
“Thoroughly enjoyable, relevant and interesting” Mark Molloy Tech Refrigeration.
“I was very satisfied with the “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course”. Thanks” Ryszard Kubicki, Valeo.
“I really enjoyed the “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course”. Sean was knowledgeable, friendly and had a great teaching style”. Ciara Reilly.
“A great “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course”!” Mick Duggan, Dublin Fire Brigade.
“The “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course” was delivered in a professional and friendly manner”. Helen Sheehan, Euromedic.
December 2010
“Trainer very knowledgeable and passionate on the “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course” topic”. Nicola Cawley. Roadbridge.
“Overall loved and enjoyed this “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course”. Found it easy to learn and mix with team” Sean is a natural presenter and people’s person.” Allison Metcalfe.
“I really enjoyed the “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course””. Noleen McLoughlin.
August/ September 2010
“A real pro. Great at his job”. Nigel Williamson.
“I highly recommend Sean as an Instructor. Explained everything very well. Felt I left after everyday knowing the information & confident that I could present the “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course”.” Laura Sheridan.
“Excellent interaction and involvement which helped everyone relax and therefore the “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course” was made more enjoyable.” Noel Morgan, H&S Officer, C&F Automotive.
“Thanks Sean. Really enjoyed the “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course””. Caragh Burns-Sharma, MD, CITC.
“Sean is an excellent tutor. Makes the “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course” interesting, involved everyone, made everyone feel comfortable. “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course” was made simple and fun way of teaching. Brought outconfidence in everyone.” Veronica Byrne, Iontas.
“Extremely enjoyable and informative” Mary McLoughlin, Healthcare Training Solutions.
“Very professional- Drives it home very well-brings it into everyday life. Your “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course” should be compulsory” Geraldine Galvin.
“Re energised the “FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor Course” content. Just right. Thank you. Enjoyed the week” Geraldine Cleary.
“Very good, entertaining & enjoyable. Thank you. Rob Roe, Heart Safety.
“Very enjoyable. Very approachable. Lots of interaction. All key points covered well.” Rosie Gannon, DIT.
“Very relaxed, relevant, comfortable and enjoyable. Made it very interesting”. Des Bolger Bolger Logistics
"I would recommend anyone with an interest in Health & Safety in the workplace to attend this (Manual Handling Instructor) Course"
Robbie Walsh, Litec Mouldings.
"Overall I found the Manual Handling Instructor course to be excellent. The content, quality and relevance of the material was excellent. Sean the instructor was very good. His experience, manner and knowledge were an added bonus."
Chris Halligan, Tesco Deistribution Centre.
"Very informative and clear. Very good interaction"
Paul Doyle, Tesco Distribution Centre.
"Excellent (Manual Handling Instructor) course. Very Useful". Joe McGuirk.
“I found the (Manual Handling Instructor) course excellent and felt the Instructor made a real effort to have everyone in the class relaxed. All the relevant H&S Legislation was covered along with all the Anatomy and Bio- Mechanics. Attendants were also taught how to perform a Manual Handling Risk Assessment. The slides which we were given at the end of the course were also excellent. I would recommend anyone looking to attend such a course to seriously consider Qualtec’s.”
Padraig Hurley, Onsite Safety Officer, BOC Edwards
“I found the (Manual Handling Instructor) course to be very informative, not only giving factualinformation but particularly in relation to the deliverance of the training and presentation skills which is all important. I am happy to recommend the course.”
Des Stapleton, FWS
“I have found this (Manual Handling Instructor) course very interesting and practical. Now I am able to provide very efficient Manual Handling training to all our employees. I strongly recommend Qualtec as an excellent Manual Handling course provider.”
Maria Podplomyk, Health & Safety Representative KEPAK
"The(Manual Handling Instructor) course, delivered by people with a keen knowledge of industry, was packed with practical instances that I could easily relate to manual handling activities within my own organisation. I was particularly impressed by the scope and the content of the course which was theoretically interesting, practically informative, comprehensive and yet concise. I have come away from the course with a definite sense of empowerment and confidence to deliver effective manual handling instruction to my own work colleagues. "
Peter Eustace, Health & Safety Officer, Oldbridge Concrete
“I found it to be an enjoyable learning experience, with benefits both professionally and personally.”
Gina Mizzoni, Assistant HR Manager, Clarion Hotel Dublin Airport
On completion of the Manual Handling Instructors Course I felt that I had the confidence and competence to go into the training environment and deliver the (Manual Handling Instructor) course as prescribed. This in the main was due to the tuition received over the week long course from two highly competent tutors. The tutors at all times were approachable, helpful, and showed a tremendous amount of understanding. I would have no hesitation in recommending this course, and would be happy to use the services of Qualtec again in the future.
Angela McGee, AMH Services.
"I attended the manual handling trainers course run by Qualtec last year. I I found the course met all of my expectations and more. Sean Kelleher is a competent and enthusiastic trainer and he keep my interest and attention right to the end of the course. The reading material was laid out very well in easy to follow format. The handouts at the end of the course were great in that they could be adapted to any working environment and so were suitable for all of the attendees. I have no hesitation in recommending a Qualtec Manual Handling trainers course to others who need to acquire this very beneficial skill.” Vivienne Thornley. Healthworks, RGN, Dip SHWW, MIOSH.
“The Manual Handling Instructors Course provided me with the knowledge and skill to allow me to train my staff safely and effectively. The course was very enjoyable and will give you the necessary information needed to keep your company in line with health & safety requirements and keep your employees safe in the workplace.”
Catriona Walsh. Manager, Glenroyal Leisure Centre
"Manual Handling Training: I attended one of Qualtec's Manual Handling Instructor Training courses earlier this year in Maynooth, Co. Kildare. It was presented by Mr Sean Kelleher over duration of 5 days. From start to finish the highest quality and standard of presentationmaterial was used along with an excellent guest speaker Mr Gill whoagain portrayed the height of professionalism. The one thing I found unique about the course was Sean's method of teaching. His use of examples and scenarios were excellent. Hisknowledge and experience is vast and very relevant to the message being portrayed. My experience of dealing with Qualtec is that they are a veryprofessional organisation with a very strong customer care ethic. I amlooking forward to attending many more of their courses in the very nearfuture. Our own company have used Qualtec in relation to Health andSafety consultation and would highly recommend them for the provision ofthis service."
Linda Gill Ryan MIMI CSHWW, Health and Safety Officer, Oman Moving and Storage
“I was a delegate in a Manual Handling Instructors and Assessors Course under the management of Sean Kelleher of Qualtec Safety Trainers and Consultants in June 2006. I found the course to be well executed. The format used for the presentation, explanation of the relevant information was excellent. There was also a good opportunity for interaction and role playing between the instructor and the course delegates.”
Ray Curham, Quality Assurance Manager Standex (Irl.)
“Five days to learn how to lift a box!” was the standard comment from work colleagues when it was announced that I was to undergo training as a Manual Handling Instructor. To be honest that was also my reaction. However, as I soon discovered during the course, there is more to Manual Handling than “lifting a box”.The course conducted by Qualtec covered all required aspects of manual handling training including legal requirements, injuries, anatomy and most importantly how to present the information to co-workers in an informative and professional manner.”
Clive Mills, Senior Scientist/Quality Manager, Megazyme International Ireland Ltd.
“Having recently completed your Manual Handling Instructors course, I wish to give it my full support.It is an intense, instructive and very worthwhile course covering all aspects of Manual Handling, and an excellent presentation skills section. Wishing you ongoing success with your courses.”
"Very well structured (Manual Handling Instructor) course , Sean is very good at facilitating discussion, a very good and experienced trainer. I would recommend this course to anyone" Tony Johnston. TJ Consulting
John J Cooney, William Cooney Ltd
“I found your instructor's course extremely informative and understanding and I am currently basing my own training on the knowledge I gained from it. As I train a range of men (pre-apprentices to qualified electricians), I also found the pointers you gave us on how to express ourselves and deal with different personalities within the groups very useful indeed!”
Laura Roche, EHS Department, Patrick Lynch Ltd.
“Course was excellent throughout- interaction between trainer and class throughout was brilliant”
Deirdre McDermott, Health & Safety Officer, PJ Edwards & Co Ltd
“Course was excellent and will highly recommend it”
"Aislinn presented the course very well. Lovely interaction & easy to listen to" Siobhan Henry, John Henry Motors
" Sean is a very good lecturer. He was very clear, consise & relaxed in his delivery. Excellent course" Jane O'Byrne. Cannon Health & Safety
"Sean was a very good instructor & made the course very enjoyable. Very informative & clear definitions. Well done!!" Siobhan Henry, ohn Henry Motors
"Learned alot- picked up a few excellent tips for training-will be implementing new methodologies. Loved the role playing" Richards Wynne" Wynne Newsagents
"I thoroughly enjoyed the course. I felt that the trainer was very interesting. He had a very good way of teaching and was very informative." Audrey Joyce Western Health Board
"Well presented in an easy, relaxed style" John Clancy, Clancy Environmental
“The instructor was very relaxed, confident, knowledgeable of the subject and this was reflected in the class,. Excellent course”
Paul McLoughlin, Station Officer Mullingar Fire Service
“Very enjoyable, learnt a lot from the trainer & the other participants. Will highly recommend the course” Niamh Kelly Project Co-ordinator, Tech-Group “I found the course excellent. Very interesting & enjoyable” Lisa O’Donnnell Health & Safety Advisor, Arigna Leader “Course was excellent. Very good course in general & excellent instruction”
Sean Monaghan, Trainer ITT.
“Never thought that I would be able to get up in front of people without falling to pieces. Thanks for all the help lads”
Jacqueline Nolan, Cahill May Roberts
“Very well presented in a relaxed but right to the point manner. Enjoyed it very much!”
Daria Ivankovic, Cahill May Roberts
“Sean delivers the course at a nice steady pace. Makes everyone feel relaxed and encourages participation. Overall I think he is an excellent tutor”
Gerry Ward, Cahill May Roberts
“Excellent course, very well run, relaxed atmosphere and very informative, great support & handouts”
Denis Daly, DMG Electrical
“Very good, facilitated the class very well, put everyone at ease from the start. Gave great feedback! Natural born talker!!!”
Debbie Byrne, Kerry Foods
"Excellent course, very well put together"
Thomas O'Doherty, Avensis Training
"Excellent course with well informed & knowledgeable tutors"
Louise Monaghan, Glenroyal Leisure Club
"Really enjoyed it and meeting groups of people from different walks of life"
Yvonne Beades, Beades Concrete
"The whole course was excellent"
Pat Fleming, Kerry Foods
"Very enjoyable and informative course"
Sharon Cassidy, Classic Furniture
"Excellent coiurse, enjoyed plenty of participation, Aisling- Excellent tutor"
Claire Greville, Creative Training
"Excellent course"
Colm Kearney
"Found it all clear and concise. It was fun so it made it easy to learn. "
Shiela Cuddihy Creative Training
"Great"
Seamus Magann, AVC
"The trainer was excellent in what he taught us."
Siobhan Flannery, Ascon
"Just as good as could be expected. Would recommend to anyone thinking of doing this course to have no hestiation whatsoever"
Christian Sheridan, The Power Service
"Very enjoyable and worthwhile"
Brian McSherry, Amalgamated Hardware
"Pleasantly suprised at the course. Attendees were the central motivating factor"
Julie O'Reilly, Royal Marine Hotel