Course Outline
Review of Moving & Handling Principles
• Principles of safe people handling
• Risk factors associated with handling people
• Importance of posture and movement
• Review of safe systems of work
Legal Responsibilities and Risk Management
• Employer and employee responsibilities
• Instructor responsibilities within organisations
• Importance of risk assessments
• Overview of safe handling policies and procedures
Anatomy and Injury Prevention
• Basic musculoskeletal structure
• Common injuries related to people handling
• Impact of poor technique
• Promoting safe movement practices
Practical Moving & Handling Techniques
• Review of key handling techniques
• Assisting individuals with mobility
• Bed mobility and repositioning techniques
• Transfers (e.g., bed to chair, chair to standing)
• Use of handling aids and equipment
Use of Equipment
• Safe use of hoists and slings
• Slide sheets and transfer aids
• Wheelchairs and mobility devices
• Pre-use checks and maintenance awareness
Risk Assessment in People Handling
• Conducting people handling risk assessments
• Identifying individual needs and limitations
• Adapting techniques to different environments
• Dynamic risk assessment during handling tasks
Instructional Skills Refresher
• Delivering effective training sessions
• Demonstrating techniques clearly and safely
• Managing group learning and engagement
• Providing feedback and correcting techniques
• Adapting training to different staff roles
Scenario-Based Learning
• Practical case scenarios
• Applying techniques in real workplace situations
• Problem-solving handling challenges
• Encouraging observation-led learning
Promoting a Safe Handling Culture
• Encouraging reporting of risks and concerns
• Supporting continuous improvement
• Reinforcing organisational safety standards
• Maintaining instructor competence
Who the Course Is For
This course is suitable for individuals who are already qualified People Moving & Handling Instructors and require refresher training to maintain competence.
Participants may include:
• Healthcare professionals
• Nursing staff and care assistants
• Social care workers
• Disability support staff
• Occupational health personnel
• Manual handling instructors
• Training coordinators
• Facilities and care home managers
Participants must have previous instructor certification in people moving & handling.
Why This Training Is Important
Maintaining Instructor Competence
Refresher training ensures instructors remain up to date with current best practices and safe handling techniques.
Risk Reduction
Proper training delivery reduces the risk of injury to both staff and service users.
Legal Responsibility
Organisations must ensure staff involved in people handling receive appropriate and up-to-date training.
Consistency in Training Delivery
Refresher training ensures instructors deliver consistent, accurate, and compliant training across the organisation.
Course Objectives
Participants will:
• Refresh knowledge of people moving and handling principles
• Update practical handling techniques
• Review use of equipment and aids
• Strengthen risk assessment skills
• Enhance instructional delivery and communication
• Promote safe handling practices within their organisation
• Maintain competence as certified instructors
Course Format & Delivery
Instructor-led training with practical demonstrations.
Includes:.
• Hands-on practical handling exercises
• Equipment-based training
• Scenario-based learning
• Instructional skills workshops
Delivered:
• Onsite at client premises, or
Irish Legislation Supported
This training supports employer obligations under:
• Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005
• Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 – Chapter 4: Manual Handling of Loads
Irish legislation requires employers to:
• Avoid hazardous manual handling where possible
• Assess risks associated with handling activities
• Implement control measures
• Provide appropriate training and instruction
• Ensure staff competence is maintained
Why Choose Samson Training
Samson Training delivers professional moving and handling training focused on practical application, instructor competence, and workplace safety.
Our approach emphasises:
• Practical, hands-on training delivery
• Real healthcare and care environment scenarios
• Clear instructor role development
• Consistent and compliant training standards
• Observation-led learning and feedback
We position instructors as key drivers of safe handling culture within organisations, not just trainers.
FAQ's
What is People Moving & Handling Instructor Refresher training?
This course updates the knowledge, practical skills, and instructional techniques of certified instructors responsible for delivering people handling training.
Who should attend this course?
Qualified People Moving & Handling Instructors who need to refresh their certification and maintain competence should attend.
How long is the refresher course?
The course is delivered over one full day and includes both practical and instructional elements.
Does the course include practical training?
Yes. Participants complete practical handling exercises and review the use of equipment and techniques.
Why is refresher training important?
Refresher training ensures instructors remain competent, up to date, and able to deliver safe and effective training within their organisations.
