Manual Handling Training – Half-Day Course

Entry Requirements None Duration 1/2 day

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Ready to book your place or organise training at your workplace?

Help your team reduce injury, meet legal requirements, and work safely with accredited manual handling training from The Skills Centre.

Protect Your Team. Meet Your Legal Duties.

Available at our training centres in London and Essex, or delivered on-site nationwide

Musculoskeletal injuries are one of the leading causes of lost workdays in the construction industry. Our Manual Handling course provides practical knowledge and hands-on techniques to prevent injury, reduce risk, and ensure legal compliance.

  • Half-day course led by qualified instructors
  • Classroom-based with practical demonstrations
  • Delivered at our centres or at your site
  • Designed specifically for construction, warehouse and site-based staff
What the Manual Handling Course Covers

This course is aligned with Manual Handling Operations Regulations (MHOR) 1992 and is suitable for all staff who regularly lift, carry or move materials or equipment.

Course content includes:
  • The definition and causes of musculoskeletal injuries
  • Manual Handling Regulations and employer/employee responsibilities
  • Identifying and assessing manual handling risks
  • Safe lifting techniques (theory and demonstration)
  • Practical tips to reduce strain and improve handling
  • Using mechanical aids and correct team lifting practices
Where Can I Take the Course?
  • London: Multiple Skills Centre locations including Build East (Earls Court)
  • Essex: Accessible training centre with parking
  • On-Site: We deliver nationwide for private group bookings – tailored to your site
Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:

  • Construction operatives
  • Warehouse and logistics staff
  • Site managers and supervisors
  • Maintenance and facilities workers
  • Apprentices and new starters requiring induction training

Employers can include this as part of an onboarding or health & safety training programme.

Course Duration and Format
  • Length: Half day (3.5–4 hours)
  • Format: In-person classroom training with practical demonstrations
  • Certificate: Skills Centre certificate of attendance (suitable for audit and compliance)
Pricing

We offer fair and transparent pricing for individuals and teams.

Individual Places

  • £75 + VAT per person
  • Delivered at a Skills Centre location
  • Includes training, certification, and materials

Private Group Bookings

  • From £300 + VAT per half-day session
  • Up to 12 learners
  • Delivered at your site or at one of our centres
  • Discounts available for multiple groups or repeat bookings
Why Train with The Skills Centre?
  • We understand construction – our trainers come from site-based roles
  • We deliver across London, Essex, and the UK
  • Our training is clear, practical, and delivered by qualified professionals
  • We offer excellent customer service, fast turnaround, and ongoing support
Add Manual Handling Training to Your Workforce Programme

We can incorporate Manual Handling into your wider training package, including:

  • CSCS Green Card programmes
  • Fire Marshal Training
  • First Aid at Work
  • NVQ qualifications

Speak to us about building a complete induction or safety programme for your team.

Book Now or Request a Quote

Ready to book your place or organise training at your workplace?

Contact us to check availability and secure your date. We’ll respond with clear pricing, dates and options tailored to your team’s needs.