IOSH Approved Manual Handling Train the Trainer Course

This two-day course, accredited by the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, will equip you with the technical knowledge and skills required to design and deliver effective, practical manual handling training to your employees.

The maximum number of trainees for this course is seven, ensuring each participant receives comprehensive support and guidance while progressing at an appropriate pace. It is important to note that the course is highly interactive; therefore, participation is mandatory throughout the two days.

All PowerPoint slides and course materials are available to enable trainees to deliver their courses without delay.

This course requires you to complete your end-of-course assessment theory paper, which has a sixty per cent pass mark; deliver a PowerPoint presentation; and demonstrate how you would conduct your own practical session on the second day.

Topics Covered in Your Manual Handling Train the Trainer Course

  • Reasons for managing and handling risks
  • Legislation
  • How to conduct a risk assessment using TILE/O and the MAC
  • Statistics
  • Anatomy, including posture management while handling loads
  • Spinal risk factors
  • Core and active muscles and how they can protect the spine
  • Vulnerable Groups
  • Efficient Movement Principles
  • Team handling
  • Practical session using correct movement techniques when handling loads
  • Learning Styles
  • Lesson plan development

Course Costs

£695 per person

Delivered in-person at our venues

£675 per person

Delivered online via Zoom
(No VAT is Payable)

Key Course Benefits

  • Globally recognised certificate.
  • All the materials used in the course are available for your use.
  • Experienced trainer with 15 years of expertise in this subject matter.

  • Refreshments will be available throughout the day.

IOSH Approved Manual Handling Train the Trainer Course – Outcomes:

  • Understand the principles of safe manual handling and how to apply them in real-world settings

  • Recognise and manage risks associated with lifting, carrying, and moving loads

  • Conduct thorough manual handling risk assessments using TILE/O and MAC tools

  • Identify vulnerable groups and adapt training to meet individual needs

  • Apply efficient movement principles and posture management techniques

  • Develop engaging lesson plans tailored to different learning styles

  • Deliver clear, confident, and compliant manual handling training sessions

  • Demonstrate correct handling techniques through practical instruction

  • Create a culture of safety and injury prevention across the workplace

Common Questions about our Manual Handling Train the Trainer Course

Designed and deployed by Angela Hinton MCSP HPC, a trusted provider of workplace health and safety training, and Chartered Physiotherapist and specialist in musculoskeletal injuries and rehabilitation, Fit4Work’s manual handling train the trainer courses provide a truly superior learning experience.

Spanning far beyond the typical textbook handling positions and teachings, Fit4Work train the trainer courses have been designed to help learners benefit from not only Angela’s knowledge and experience of both safe and controversial handling techniques, but her in-depth understanding of the human body and the ways in which musculoskeletal injuries can be caused, avoided and treated.

Including safely modified techniques, to help safely account for potential personal injuries, which standard techniques may not be appropriate for, Fit4Work courses truly offer the upper hand.

Fit4Work possibly provide the most in-depth and comprehensive manual handling train the trainer courses available.

The course focuses on the safe handling of loads. It is suitable for individuals working in manufacturing, offices, construction, distribution, and more.

  • Managers and supervisors looking to conduct in-house training
  • Consultants and trainers providing services to various clients
  • Manual handling instructors aiming to expand their knowledge.

Individuals in physical lines of work in which this kind of training is essential, are required to pull, push, lift, lower, and of course, pick up and carry loads of varying weights and sizes. Actions that without effective manual handling training, pose a serious risk to their bodies.

For businesses who need an in-house trainer, Fit4Work’s manual handling train the trainer courses provide a superior learning experience.

Engaging learners and creating a relaxed atmosphere necessary for effective learning, Angela enables trainees to build their confidence and comfort in the material at a pace that suits them.

Creating skilled trainers, these courses go beyond building a knowledge and understanding of correct and controversial handling techniques, and help learners to grasp the skill of effective instruction, to ensure they’re comfortable communicating training material to their fellow employees.

The aim of our Manual Handling: Train the Trainer Course is to help you effectively train employees in an engaging and confident manner.

You will gain new skills, knowledge and understanding about how best to train others while reviewing current best practices in manual handling.

As well as learning about the anatomy of the spine, the risks associated with manual handling and health and safety legislation, we’ll demonstrate efficient movement principles and the correct posture to adopt during manual handling tasks.

You’ll also learn about the best ways to teach manual handling techniques to others and the latest manual handling best practices.

Our Manual Handling Train the Trainer Courses are delivered in person to ensure delegates gain hands-on experience with the essential equipment, props, and demonstrations used throughout the training.

In 2026, Fit4Work will be running three scheduled courses, each available to book online:

  • Village Hotel, Tingley, Leeds
  • Village Hotel, Solihull
  • Village Hotel, Cheadle, Manchester

These carefully selected venues offer comfortable, fully equipped spaces that are ideal for practical and interactive learning.

Alternatively, the course can also be delivered on your own business premises, offering a convenient and cost-effective option for organisations wishing to train multiple staff members together.

The remote training will be just as comprehensive as our face-to-face Manual Handling: Train the Trainer course and we can train up to 6 people on one video call.

As well as learning about the anatomy of the spine, the risks associated with manual handling and health and safety legislation, we’ll demonstrate efficient movement principles and the correct posture to adopt during manual handling tasks.

You’ll also learn about the best ways to teach manual handling techniques to others and the latest manual handling best practices.

We’ll email you the course materials prior to the training and arrange a time for you to complete your assessment (ideally around a week after your initial training).

The assessment will include a ten minute PowerPoint presentation delivered on one of the topics already covered during the course, using the training slides provided. You’ll also complete a theory paper requiring a minimum 60% pass mark, and a practical demonstration showing how you would deliver your manual handling session to employees. All assessments will be completed remotely with your trainer.

Manual Handling Train the Trainer Courses Via Zoom

Our Manual Handling: Train the Trainer Course is also available live online via Zoom, giving you the flexibility to complete your training from any location while gaining the same recognised certification as our in-person course. The sessions are fully interactive, allowing you to take part in discussions, demonstrations, and practical learning in real time.

This course provides everything you need to confidently design and deliver manual handling training within your organisation – whether your workforce is based in warehouses, delivery operations, or office environments. By learning how to teach safe, efficient movement techniques, you’ll help reduce injuries, improve wellbeing, and promote a strong culture of safety across your team.

Interested in attending online, via Zoom?

Interested in attending in-person?

Get in touch to book your place on our next Manual Handling Train the Trainer Course today.

In person: £695.00 (No VAT)

Online, via Zoom: £675.00 (No VAT)

For over 20 years, Chartered Physiotherapist and Fit4Work Director Angela Hinton has been equipping professionals across the UK with the skills to train others in safe manual handling. Her specialist courses combine technical knowledge with real-world application, giving every delegate the confidence to teach best practice.

“Thank you so much for the fabulous training you delivered to me which massively helped me deliver my session!! The course went really well yesterday. Thank you for sharing your extensive knowledge, I’ll try to pass on as much as I could.”

Linda Whiteley, CMS Distribution

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