Manual Handling Train the Trainer

Back in Shape manual handling train the trainer programme is a 2 day course in which delegates are provided with the necessary skills, knowledge and resources required to run an effective manual handling train the trainer session.

Based on the latest research the course covers all the key theoretical issues, as well as how to host a practical applications session. On the first day the candidates receive instruction from a skilled COPE Ergonomist and they are then assessed on their ability to host the course on the second day (which can be set separately to the initial training day)

Manual Handling Train the Trainer (BACK IN SHAPE)
Duration:	2 days.
Delegates:	Min 2 – Max 8.
Objectives:	To develop an awareness of the structure and use of upper limbs, back and bodies during manual handling activities. Apply the idea of BELT (Body/Behaviour/ Load/Task) to identifying and reducing risk related to these in the workplace. To develop the skills and knowledge to enable delegates to teach other staff the objectives of the course.
Practical:	Discussion and demonstration during the course. Individual presentation of developed training style using the provided materials.
Follow-up:	Presentation section (0.5) days may be set to a later date to allow delegates to prepare presentations.
Assessment:	Delegates are assessed on their ability to host the training and a practical session. Upon succesful completion, delegates are certified to host Back In Shape session for up to 3 Years before retesting is required.
Cost:	£295 per delegate + expenses + VAT.

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Our approach to Manual Handling Train the Trainer

Our approach complies with the latest HSE research into effective Manual Handling Training:

• To develop an awareness of the structure and use of upper limbs, backs and bodies during Manual Handling activities.
• Apply the idea of BELT (Body/Behaviour, Environment, Load, Task) to identifying and reducing risk related to these in the workplace.
• To develop the skills and knowledge to enable delegates to teach other staff the objectives of the short course.
• Hosting practical sessions in the actual workplace to instruct operators on how the theory applies to their everyday work tasks.

We will help delegates to use the information packs to keep their knowledge current and answer any questions that their delegates may have. In addition we will help them with the practicalities of setting up and running a course, as well as the techniques for presentation.

On the 2nd day each delegate will present a section of the course that they have prepared. We will certify Trainers as competent to use the Back in Shape materials.

This 2nd date can be set for a few weeks after the initial training, allowing candidates time to study and practice the materials. Keep in mind that any additional assessment sessions at different venues or additional assessment dates will incur additional charges. The qualification is valid for 3 years from the date of certification.

Why Train Your Trainers?

Many Organisations have internal Trainers that provide employee training on various topics.  Manual Handling Training can be added to this scope of training, reducing the overhead costs of providing training on an ongoing basis. Increased understanding of Manual handling risks can also have additional benefits, such as performing Manual Handling Audits.

Case Study: Goodyear Dunlop Manual Handling Train the Trainer

Goodyear Dunlop UK used COPE to provide a bespoke manual handling train the trainer course to existing health and Safety trainers. The Back in Shape resource pack was used in conjunction with a bespoke training video created by COPE to address certain key tasks.
This programme was heralded as an example of good training in a National Campaign for the Tyre industry, Championed by the HSE.

Why COPE?

COPE have provided bespoke Manual Handling train the trainer solutions to many companies in a wide variety of industries. COPE regularly contribute to expert panels and research by the HSE and HSL and have experts in the fields of Workplace Ergonomics, Occupational Physiotherapy and Occupational Health that can address any customer concerns with regards to Manual handling.

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