Manual Handling Training Ireland | Manual & Patient Handling Certification
Prevent Injuries, Protect Staff, Meet Your Legal Duties with Safety Squad
Manual Handling Training is legally required under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007. All staff who lift, carry, push, or pull loads must be trained to reduce injury risk. For healthcare and care workers, Patient Moving & Handling Training is also mandatory.
With over 800 five-star Google reviews, Safety Squad is Ireland’s trusted provider of certified manual handling and patient moving training – available online or face-to-face, nationwide.
Why Manual Handling Training Is Important
- Required by Irish health and safety law
- Prevents back injuries, strains, and musculoskeletal disorders
- Reduces workplace absences and compensation claims
- Builds safer lifting techniques and body mechanics
- Protects staff in warehouses, offices, retail, healthcare, and more
- Backed by €6.5 million professional indemnity insurance
Manual Handling Training Course Options
Manual Handling Training
- For general workplace staff who lift, carry, push, or pull objects
- Covers risk assessment, posture, lifting techniques, and load management
- Suitable for warehouse, retail, hospitality, construction, office environments
- Includes practical demonstration and short assessment
- Certification valid for 3 years
Patient Moving & Handling Training
- For healthcare and care workers who assist patients or service users
- Covers anatomy, risk of injury, correct use of aids and techniques
- Includes safe repositioning, bed-to-chair transfer, hoists and slings
- Fulfils HSA and HIQA standards for healthcare providers
- Delivered by qualified moving & handling instructors
- Certification valid for 2 years
Why Choose Safety Squad
- Over 800 five-star Google reviews – top-rated training provider
- €6.5 million insurance cover – full professional indemnity
- Trainers with real-world experience across sectors
- One limited company for all your safety training needs
- Courses include QR code registration and digital learning materials
- Face-to-face and online delivery options available
Call to Action: Squad Goals = Saves Lives
Incorrect lifting can lead to life-changing injuries. Equip your team with certified training that prevents harm and keeps your business compliant.
Book your Manual Handling or Patient Moving Training today.
Training Delivery Options
- Face-to-face training at your site or at Safety Squad training centres
- Online manual handling training with video demonstrations and certification
- QR code registration and digital materials included with all courses
Why Customers Choose Safety Squad
- Simple, practical training focused on real workplace needs
- Choose standard or patient-specific training depending on your staff roles
- Bundle with first aid, fire warden or chemical safety for savings
- Celebrating 10 years in 2026 of Safety Squad nationwide
- Trusted by employers in healthcare, logistics, retail, pharma, and more
- All your safety training, products, and consultancy from one provider
More Than Just Manual Handling
Our clients also choose Safety Squad for:
- Workplace ergonomics assessments and risk control plans
- Tailored health and safety training programmes
- Online store at safetysquad.shop for back supports, signage, and PPE
- Fire safety training and services via firesquad.ie
- Safety Squad App to manage all training records and renewals