Manual Handling Training Ireland
HSA-compliant manual handling training for Irish workplaces. Half-day courses with practical assessment, certificate valid 3 years. Delivered on-site nationwide by Collier Training Solutions.
Half-Day
Course Duration
3 Years
Certificate Validity
Nationwide
Ireland Coverage
HSA-Compliant
Training Standard
Half-Day
Course Duration
3 Years
Certificate Validity
Nationwide
Ireland Coverage
HSA-Compliant
Training Standard
The Right Manual Handling Training for Irish Employers
Employers across Ireland choose our training because it meets legal requirements, delivers genuine behaviour change, and fits around your operations.
HSA-Compliant Training
Courses designed in line with the Health and Safety Authority guidance and the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007.
Practical Assessment
Every participant completes hands-on practical exercises and a written assessment, ensuring genuine competence — not just a tick-box exercise.
On-Site Delivery
Trainers travel to your premises anywhere in Ireland. No staff travel time, no disruption — training delivered in your actual working environment.
Recognised Certificate
Participants receive a manual handling certificate valid for 3 years. Ideal for health and safety file compliance and employer records.
All Industries
From healthcare and construction to warehousing, retail, and office environments — we tailor the practical content to your sector.
Injury Prevention Focus
Back and musculoskeletal injuries are a leading cause of workplace absence in Ireland. Our courses give workers the knowledge to protect themselves.
What the Manual Handling Course Covers
Each course is a half-day programme combining theory and hands-on practice. Participants leave with the knowledge, technique, and certification to handle loads safely and legally.
Irish and EU manual handling legislation
Anatomy, biomechanics, and injury prevention
TILE risk assessment framework
Practical lifting, lowering, carrying, pushing and pulling
Team lifting and use of mechanical aids
Written and practical assessment
Certificate issued on successful completion (3-year validity)
Training for Every Irish Workplace
Manual handling risks vary by sector. Explore industry-specific guidance and see how our training applies to your workplace.
On-Site Training Anywhere in Ireland
Collier Training Solutions is based in Dunshaughlin, Co. Meath, giving fast access to Dublin, the wider Leinster region, and road connections to deliver nationwide. Our trainers travel to you — no matter where in Ireland your workforce is based.
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Book Manual Handling Training for Your Team
HSA-compliant, nationwide, half-day courses. Group bookings for on-site delivery available.
Is Manual Handling Training a Legal Requirement in Ireland?
Yes. The Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 require Irish employers to provide manual handling training to any employee whose work involves manual handling activities. Failure to comply can result in HSA enforcement action and civil liability.
Read about legal requirements
How Long is a Manual Handling Certificate Valid?
A manual handling certificate issued on successful completion of the Collier Training Solutions course is valid for 3 years. A refresher course is recommended before expiry to maintain good technique and certificate currency.
Learn about refresher courses