~3 hours · QQI Level 6 · Onsite or Galway
Manual handling refresher
Keep your team current and compliant. A focused ~3-hour QQI Level 6 refresher that revisits technique, corrects habit drift and re-assesses practical competence — delivered by the HSE Single-Supplier Framework holder.
Every 2–3 years per HSA · Shift-flexible · Same-week availability · HSE Framework eligible
HSE Framework Provider
Specialist Ergonomic Assessments
Lot 8 · SAP Vendor 10013281
Single Supplier for the HSE Framework Manual Handling and People Handling Training
Official Supplier of Display Screen Assessments under Lot 8 of the Framework for Health and Safety Consultancy and Training
A manual handling refresher keeps previously-trained staff current and compliant. The HSA recommends refresher training every 2 to 3 years; many employers run it annually. Usafety's ~3-hour QQI Level 6 refresher revisits safe-handling principles, corrects technique drift, updates on any changes, and re-assesses practical competence. We hold the HSE Single-Supplier Framework for manual handling and people handling training and deliver onsite nationwide, shift-flexible.
What it covers
Focused, practical, compliant
- Revisit safe handling principles and biomechanics
- Correct habit drift since the last session
- Re-assess practical lifting and handling technique
- Update on any changes to loads, equipment or process
- Refresh risk assessment and load assessment
- Renew certification and records
Duration
~3 hours
Cadence
Every 2–3 years (HSA)
Accreditation
QQI Level 6
When to book a refresher
Book a refresher when your team's certificates are approaching the 2–3 year mark, after any change to loads, equipment or process, when an incident or near-miss has occurred, or when your insurer or an HSA inspection prompts a review. If staff have never been trained — or their certificate lapsed long ago — start with the full initial course instead.
Not sure which you need? Send us your training records when you request a quote and we'll advise.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How often is a manual handling refresher needed?
The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) recommends manual handling refresher training every 2 to 3 years. Many Irish employers run refreshers annually to maintain best practice and align with insurer expectations. Healthcare and higher-risk roles are often refreshed more frequently. Your original certificate, your risk profile and your insurer all influence the right cadence.
How long does a manual handling refresher take?
A standard manual handling refresher takes approximately 3 hours — shorter than the full initial course because participants already hold the underlying knowledge. It revisits technique, corrects drift in habits, updates on any changes, and re-assesses practical competence.
Do I need a full course or just a refresher?
If you hold a current or recently-expired manual handling certificate, a refresher is appropriate. If you have never been trained, or your certificate lapsed a long time ago, the full initial course is the right starting point. We can advise based on your records when you get in touch.
Is the refresher QQI Level 6 accredited?
Yes. Usafety refresher training is delivered by QQI Level 6 instructors and re-assesses practical competence to the same standard as the initial course. Usafety holds the HSE Single-Supplier Framework for manual handling and people handling training.
Can you deliver refreshers on site across multiple shifts?
Yes. We routinely deliver refreshers on site at your premises across day, late and night shifts so the whole workforce stays current without disrupting operations. Same-week availability is regularly possible for urgent rosters.
Book a manual handling refresher
Tell us how many staff need refreshing and your shift pattern. We'll come back with a quotation and available dates.
- Quotation + dates within 4 working hours
- Onsite, shift-flexible delivery
- We'll advise refresher vs full course from your records