Train the Trainer: People Moving & Handling Instructor Training
Certify Skilled Internal Trainers with Practical, Clinically-Led Instructor Courses
Train The Trainer
Want to reduce injury risk, improve care standards, and respond efficiently to moving and handling needs in your workplace? OFI’s People Moving & Handling Instructor Training (Train the Trainer) courses give your team the knowledge, confidence, and the qualification to deliver high-quality in-house training.
Led by qualified osteopaths and physiotherapists, and expert moving and handling instructors our clinically informed courses are designed for those working in healthcare, social care, education, supported living, and residential care settings.
Whether you're training new instructors or refreshing existing ones, our flexible programmes ensure full compliance with Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 and best practice guidance from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
Why Choose OFI for Your Moving & Handling Instructor Training?
✓ Clinically Led by Experts
All training is delivered by qualified osteopaths and physiotherapists who understand how to reduce the risk of injury and how to teach safer movement practices.
✓ Tailored to Your Needs
We customise every course to suit your team’s roles, risks, and handling equipment—making the learning practical and directly relevant.
✓ Risk Reduction and Compliance
Our training empowers your staff to spot risks, deliver effective instruction, and promote a culture of safety—keeping your organisation compliant and your team protected.
✓ Post-Course Support
Your instructors will have access to ongoing expert advice, support materials, and editable training resources branded for your organisation.
Course Options
We deliver fully customisable courses at your venue, using your workplace environment and equipment to enhance learning:
4-Day People Moving & Handling Instructor Course
Train your team in both practical handling techniques and people handling risk assessment.
2-Day Instructor Refresher Course
Re-certify your instructors in both practical skills and risk assessment principles. Open to instructors trained by OFI or any other recognised provider.
Custom Courses Available
Looking for something more tailored? We offer bespoke training options designed around your organisation’s specific needs. Let us know what you need, and we’ll build a course to match.
What You’ll Learn – Key Objectives & Outcomes
Our People Moving & Handling Instructor Training course equips your staff with both the technical knowledge and instructional skills required to deliver compliant, safe, and effective moving and handling training within your organisation.
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
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Understanding the Law
Get to grips with key manual handling legislation and what it means for your day-to-day responsibilities.
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Preventing Strain & Injury
Learn how movement habits, posture, and repetitive tasks affect the body—and how to prevent strain and injury through smarter handling.
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Essential Handling Techniques
Master and teach safe techniques for lifting, pushing, pulling, and team handling—tailored to real workplace situations.
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Practical Risk Assessment Tools
Confidently spot risks and use TILE, MAC, and RAPP tools to assess tasks and create actionable solutions.
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Safe People Handling
Deliver clear instruction on moving and supporting people with dignity, confidence, and minimal risk.
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Using Hoists & Equipment
Train others on how to safely use hoists, slings, and other equipment—plus carry out key safety checks.
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Responding to Falls
Know how to assist someone who has fallen, using safe and practical techniques that protect both the helper and the individual.
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Delivering Great Training
Learn how to run engaging, practical sessions that suit a range of learning styles and boost retention.
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Real-World Problem Solving
Work through realistic handling challenges and develop creative, practical training solutions.
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Ongoing Support & Developmen
Understand how to evaluate training sessions, record outcomes, and keep building your skills with feedback and fresh resources.
This instructor course not only helps participants become certified trainers, but also empowers them to become safety champions, capable of influencing long-term change and reducing injury across your organisation.
What’s Included
Every course includes a suite of resources to support your instructors beyond the classroom:
✓ Detailed Instructor Course Notes
Easy to follow, customisable, and designed for real-world use.
✓ Trainer PowerPoint Slides
Ready-to-use and brandable for your internal training sessions.
✓ Ongoing Expert Support
Access to our specialist team by email and phone, with guaranteed responses within 24 hours.
✓ HSE-Compliant Documentation
Including MAC and RAPP tools, legislation summaries, and best practice guidance.
✓ 3-Year Certification
Instructor and assessor certificates valid for 3 years, with recommendations for refresher training.
Every organisation is different—so your training should be too.
All our Train the Trainer courses in People Moving & Handling are fully customisable to meet the unique needs of your team, setting, and the equipment you use.
Speak to one of our specialists today to discuss your requirements. We'll tailor the course content, delivery format, and materials to align perfectly with your goals.