 Manual
Handling Instructor
"In House" Instructor Course (Course 114)
Objectives
This course is aimed at those personnel who possess the necessary
qualities to become instructors.
By the end of the course those persons will be able to assess the
needs for and conduct training in the realms of "Manual Handling"
parallel to the recommendations of current legislation.
Day 1
| 09.00- 09.15 |
Introduction:- Aim and objectives of the
course outlined. |
| 09.15 -10.00 |
The Instructor:-The role of the instructor
Instructor Qualities Instructor responsibilities |
| 12.00 |
Task Analysis:-
An explanation and demonstration of ‘task Analysis’ emphasising the need for
this to be through. Delegates conduct a’ task Analysis’. |
| 13.00 - 15.00 |
The Demonstration
The Purpose of the demonstration
How to demonstrate
The need to be accurate
Delegates conduct a demonstration |
| 15.00- 16.00 |
The Lesson Plan
A breakdown of the mechanics of the ‘Lesson Plan’ |
| 16.00 Finish. |
Delegates prepare lesson plan on the subject
of their choice for the next day. |
Day 2
| 09.00 - 12.00 |
Classroom Lessons
Delegates present individual lessons in the classroom followed by open critique |
| 13.00- 14.00 |
Legislation Covering ‘Manual
Handling’;-
Analysis of ‘Accidents’ at work
Types of injuries
Sites of injuries
Cost of injuries caused by ‘Manual Handling’ |
| 14.00 -16.00 |
Classroom Lessons;-
Candidates plan a classroom lesson on the current Legislation. |
| 16.30- 16.30 |
Open Forum
Discussion of previous subjects covered and problem solving. |
Day 3
| 09.00 - 10.00 |
Classroom Lessons
Candidates deliver lessons on legislation , followed by open critique. |
| 11.00 - 11.30 |
The Human Spine:-
The construction of the Spine
How the spine can be injured
How to protect the spine from injury |
| 11.30 - 12.00 |
Posture:-
The candidates will be filmed and an analysis of their posture, both sitting and standing
will be made. |
| 14.00 - 16.00 |
Sprains, Strains and Cumulative injury
The difference between a strain and sprain outlined
A description of cumulative injury and how it can be avoided |
| 16.00 - 16.30 |
Kinetic Handling
Explanation of Kinetic Handling
Demonstration of basic handling techniques
The need to follow simple rules when lifting
Carrying, pushing, pulling, and placing |
| 16.30 |
Open Forum
Discussion of the days work |
Day 4
| 09.00 - 10.00 |
Kinetic handling
Further practice including: Lifting from ground level, bench lift, and shoulder lift. |
| 10.00 - 12.00 |
Kinetic Handling
Further practice including : 2 man lift, 3 man lift, lifting and carrying the’ live
load’ |
| 14.00 - 16.00 |
Practical Exercises
Delegates plan ,prepare and practice handling exercises on video for discussion |
| 16.30 |
Open Forum
Analysis of delegates teaching exercises |
Day 5
| 09.00 - 10.00 |
The ‘Manual Handling’ Assessment.
How to assess ‘Manual Handling ‘in your own workplace
Assessing the workplace, the load, the task and the individual |
| 10.15- 12.00 |
Workshop
Delegates plan practical exercises |
| 14.00 - 16.00 |
Assessments
Delegates proposals of training and practical training exercises |
| 16.00 |
Review and Summary
A review and Summary of points highlighted in the course
Course Closure |
Duration:
5 Days. Maximum: 6 Delegates
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