Manual/Patient Moving and Handling

Proper manual and patient handling is essential for every healthcare professional. This training is not only vital for safety—it is a legal requirement to work in Ireland under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and Manual Handling Regulations 2007.

Link Healthcare is a leading training provider in Ireland, delivering expert-led courses tailored for healthcare workers across hospitals, nursing homes, and care facilities.

Course Overview

• Date: May 09th, 2025

• Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

• Location: Classroom-based, with practical sessions using patient moving equipment

• Cost: €80

• Certification: Valid for 2 years

Course Content

Participants gain in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in:

• Legislation and responsibilities in a manual handling environment

• Musculoskeletal anatomy and biomechanics

• Risk assessment and ergonomic practices

• Correct use of hoists, slings, and sliding sheets

• Safe techniques for patient repositioning, standing, and transfers

Assessment & Delivery

This course includes a practical skills evaluation and a written assessment. Full competency in all patient handling movements must be demonstrated to receive certification.

Link Healthcare has successfully trained many healthcare professionals across Ireland. Healthcare staff consistently rely on Link Healthcare for its expertise, legal compliance focus, and hands-on, career-essential training that meets real-world needs.

This training is mandatory for professional practice. Enrolling ensures workers remain legally certified, confident in their patient handling skills, and committed to maintaining the highest safety standards.