Essential 6

Emergency First Aid at Work RQF Level 3-15th September 2025
2025-09-15 09:30 - 16:30 (Europe/London) | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom
Qualification Overview
The qualification and learning outcomes are based on the recommendations of:
• Resuscitation Council (UK)
• Assessment Principles for Regulated First Aid Qualifications
This qualification is:
• For people who deal with emergency first aid at work enabling them to be workplace emergency first aiders under the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981
• Based on the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) training standard for delivery of Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) courses for the purposes of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981
This qualification should enable Learners to attain the knowledge and practical competencies needed to deal with a range of emergency first aid situations.
Learners should be able to demonstrate the practical administration of safe, prompt, effective first aid in emergency situations with an understanding of the role of first aider.
Qualification Outline
1. Understand the role and responsibilities of a first aider
1.1 Identify the role and responsibilities of a first aider
1.2 Identify how to minimise the risk of infection to self and others
1.3 Identify the need for consent to provide first aid
2. Be able to assess an incident
2.1 Conduct a scene survey
2.2 Conduct a primary survey of a casualty
2.3 Summon appropriate assistance when necessary
3. Be able to provide first aid to an unresponsive casualty
3.1 Identify when to administer Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
3.2 Demonstrate CPR using a manikin and the use of a defibrillator
3.3 Justify when to place a casualty into the recovery position
3.4 Demonstrate how to place a casualty into the recovery position
3.5 Identify how to administer first aid to a casualty who is experiencing a seizure
4. Be able to provide first aid to a casualty who is choking
4.1 Identify when choking is:
• Mild
• Severe
4.2 Administer first aid to a casualty who is choking
5. Know how to provide first aid to a casualty with external bleeding
5.1 Identify the severity of external bleeding
5.2 Demonstrate how to control external bleeding
6. Know how provide first aid to a casualty who is in shock
6.1 Recognise a casualty who is suffering from shock
6.2 Identify how to administer first aid to a casualty who is suffering from shock
7. Know how to provide first aid to a casualty with minor injuries
7.1 Identify how to administer first aid to a casualty with:
• Small cuts
• Grazes
• Bruises
• Small splinters
7.2 Identify how to administer first aid to a casualty with minor burns and scalds
Course Duration
1 Day
Qualification Assessment and Certification
Formative assessment conducted by Trainer throughout the course.
Theory assessment/multiple choice question paper: 1 x 15 question paper (minimum score 11)
Practical assessment – 4 completed throughout the course
This qualification sits on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). The RQF is a qualification framework regulated by Ofqual.

Lunch is provided

Emergency First Aid at Work RQF Level 3- 16th September 2025
2025-09-16 09:30 - 16:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom

Safer Moving & Handling of People - 17th September 2025
2025-09-17 09:30 - 16:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom
Course Overview:
Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) are the most common cause of occupational ill health in Great Britain, currently affecting 1.0 million people a year and costing society £5.7 billion. MSDs affect the muscles, joints, tendons and other parts of the musculoskeletal system. By educating staff in the principles of safe moving and handling, and facilitating a problem-solving approach that is people-handling centered, training can contribute to excellence in care as well as reducing injury
Course Outline:
Outline of the programme:
: The legal aspect of Manual Handling
: Problem-solving approach
: Musculo-skeletal awareness
: The importance of posture
: Efficient movement principles
: The role of care plans and balanced decision making
: Selection and use of equipment
: Planning for emergency situations
: The importance of documentation
: Practical Sessions
Course Duration:
1 Day
Course Assessment:
There is no final assessment. The tutor ensures a thorough understanding has been achieved by questions, answers, discussion and extensive practical scenarios using a wide range of equipment.
Course Certification:
All course delegates will receive a certificate of attendance and refresher training is recommended every 12 months.

IATP Asbestos Awareness-18th September 2025
2025-09-18 09:30 - 12:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom
The content of this course is designed to provide anyone whose work could foreseeably expose them to asbestos with sufficient knowledge to avoid putting themselves or others at risk, in line with regulatory requirements laid out in Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. The course is accredited by the Independent Asbestos Training Providers (IATP).
Course Outline:
:Identify the properties of asbestos and outline the history of its use
:Effects on health, including the increased risk of developing lung cancer for asbestos workers who smoke
:Outline the types, uses and likely occurrence of asbestos and asbestos containing materials
(ACMs) in buildings and plant
:Identify the main statutory provisions that relate to asbestos
:Know the correct procedures to follow in an emergency
:Know how to avoid the risks of asbestos
Course Duration:
1/2 Day
Course Assessment:
There will be a 30 question multiple choice written examination paper at the end of the course, with 80% being the pass mark. Certification is awarded by the Independent Asbestos Training Providers (IATP).

Moving, Handling & Positioning Trainer Annual Update- 22nd September 2025
2025-09-22 09:30 - 16:30
This one day highly interactive and practical course provides opportunity to share good practice, innovations and effective teaching with fellow professionals in a dedicated and comfortable manual handling training suite which will further advance your professional development.
Throughout the day you will cover:

Good moving handling practice and risk assessment
Problem Solving
Case review
Practical Skills Assessment
Hot Topics & Key focus areas
Changes in Legislation
Innovation
Teaching/Assessing Skills to incorporate and energise your sessions

Lunch is provided

Moving & Handling of People Train the Trainer- 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th October 2025
2025-10-07 09:30 - 2025-10-28 16:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom
Dates: 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th October 2025
Times: 9:30-16:30
Location: Cook Room (inc. Manual Handling Suite), Essential 6 Ltd, 1-2 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB
Delegates must complete all 4 days and all assessments in order to gain certification.
Aim of Training;

Provide an understanding of the principles and practice of moving & handling in healthcare and social care environments in order to reduce the risk of injury.

Learning Objectives;
On completion of this course, the learners will be able to:

demonstrate an awareness of the potentially hazardous nature of manual handling
describe the structure and function of the spine and its vulnerability to injury
demonstrate an understanding of the role of fitness and exercise in reducing the risk of manual handling injury
demonstrate an awareness of the key legislation that relates to moving and handling tasks
explain that by facilitating independent movement or using mechanical assistance, such as a hoist, it is possible to avoid manual handling
demonstrate an understanding of the process for assessing the risk of injury to themselves, their colleagues and service users
demonstrate an understanding of the need to take action in reporting or reducing risk which is appropriate at the induction stage of their training
apply the principles underlying a low-risk manual handling technique
describe the manual handling practices and techniques which have been condemned as unsafe for staff and/or service users
identify and use appropriate moving and handling equipment
perform a range of low-risk moving and handling techniques in relation to people and objects
demonstrate that they should not use moving and handling equipment until they have been trained to do so

Course Content

Learning Objectives and Teaching Methods
Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, Manual Handling Regulations 2002, RIDDOR 1995, LOLER 1998, PUWER 1998, Management of Health & Safety Regulations 1999, Mental Capacity Act 2008 & The Human Rights Act 1998
Your Trainers Training Pack (Essential 6 Documents)
The Manual Handling & People Moving Powerpoint (Essential 6 Sample Document)
Practical Sessions and Assessments in People Moving
Manual Handling Responsibilities
Anatomy of the Spine and Types of Injuries
Biomechanics and Ergonomics
Safe Lifting Techniques – E L I T E
Lifting Objects
Key Elements of People Moving
Risks and Controls Related to People Moving
People Moving – Risk Assessments/Personal Plan
People Moving Equipment
People Moving – Controversial Techniques
People Moving – Good Techniques

Assessments;
Delegates will complete 3 assessments

Written exam paper
Completion of a Moving & Handling Risk Assessment and explain this to the group
Practical Assessment based on a piece of equipment with the learner setting the scenario

Recommended Prerequisites;
Before undertaking this training, delegates are recommended to have the following;

Teaching Qualification; such as PTTLS, CTTLS or Cert Ed
Previous Manual Handling Experience

These are recommended prerequisites only. You can attend without the above, however, please be aware this course will not include a teaching qualification.
If you are not sure if this is the course for you, please feel free to call the team before booking your space on 0845 272 3558

First Aid at Work RQF Level 3 Requalification-8th & 9th October 2025
2025-10-08 09:30 - 2025-10-09 16:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom
Course Overview:
This course enables first aiders to refresh their skills and update their knowledge. This course covers the First Aid at Work syllabus and ensures that time is given to practice practical sessions and review updates. All learners must be in possession of a current and valid First Aid at Work certificate to commence their programme of learning.
Course Outline:
By the end of the course the delegates will be able to:
: Act safely, promptly and effectively when an emergency occurs at work
: Carry out cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) promptly and effectively
: Care for a unconscious casualty and place in the recovery position
: Administer first aid to a casualty who is wounded or bleeding
: Administer first aid to a casualty who has been:
: Burned or scalded
: Is suffering from an injury to bones, muscles or joints
: Is suffering from shock
: Has an eye injury
: May be poisoned
: Has been overcome by gas or fumes
: Transport a casualty safely as required by the circumstances of the workplace
: Recognise common major and minor illnesses/conditions and take appropriate actions as required
: Maintain simple factual records and provide written information if required
: Delegates will also be able to demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the principles of first aid at work, in particular of:
: The importance of personal hygiene in first aid procedures
: The legal framework for first aid provision at work
: The use of equipment provided in the workplace
: The role of the first aider in emergency procedures
Course Duration:
2 Days
Course Assessment:
Delegates are formally assessed on 3 practical scenarios and also sit a multiple choice question paper or oral question paper on request
Course Certification:
Route to certification will be through an awarding body that is approved by OFQUAL, the SQA or the Welsh Government. Training providers can run qualifications regulated by these awarding bodies. They are regulated with strict quality and verification processes, so you get piece of mind that the training is up to date and of a potentially high standard. The qualifications have to be verified by both the awarding body and the training provider to assure quality.
Other Information:
All delegates receive a quality first aid manual. Sensible dress is advised as practical floor-based activities are required
Delegates must be able to provide an in date First Aid at Work RQF Level 3 certificate on day 1 of the course to continue with their learning.

Emergency First Aid at Work RQF Level 3- 13th October 2025
2025-10-13 09:30 - 16:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom

Principles of Manual Handling-15th October 2025
2025-10-15 09:30 - 12:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom
Course Description:
This course introduces candidates to the hazards and risks involved in manual handling and outlines what to expect
from a manual handling assessment. It will enable employees to develop safer manual handling techniques in the
workplace.
Course Outline:
The qualification covers the following topics:
: The process of manual handling in the workplace
: Manual handling injuries and the activities which cause them
: Manual handling assessment and control options
: Responsibilities imposed by the Manual Handling Operations Regulations
Course Duration:
1/2 Day
Assessment:
There is no final assessment. The tutor ensures a thorough understanding has been achieved by questions, answers, discussion and practical scenarios
Certification:
All course delegates will receive a certificate of attendance

Safer Moving & Handling of People Refresher-15th October 2025
2025-10-15 13:30 - 16:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom
Course Description:
Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) are the most common cause of occupational ill health in Great Britain, currently affecting 1.0 million people a year and costing society £5.7 billion. MSDs affect the muscles, joints, tendons and other parts of the musculoskeletal system. By educating staff in the principles of safe moving and handling, and facilitating a problem-solving approach that is people-handling centred, training will contribute to excellence in care as well as reducing injury
Course Outline:
: Practical scenarios using hoists, slide sheets, sara stedy and more as required
: Problem-solving approach
: Musculo-skeletal awareness
: The importance of posture
: Efficient movement principles
: The role of care plans and balanced decision making
: Legislation
: Planning for emergency situations
: The importance of documentation
Course Duration:
1/2 Day
Assessment:
There is no final assessment. The tutor ensures a thorough understanding has been achieved by questions, answers, discussion and practical scenarios
Certification:
All course delegates will receive a certificate of attendance

Emergency First Aid at Work RQF Level 3-22nd October 2025
2025-10-22 09:30 - 16:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom

Emergency First Aid at Work RQF Level 3 - 3rd November 2025
2025-11-03 09:30 - 16:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom

Fire Awareness-11th November 2025
2025-11-11 09:30 - 12:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom
Course Outline:
The course covers the following topics:
: Fire Legislation
: Definition of the responsible person / Duties of a competent person
: Fire risk assessment – reducing the risk
: Basic fire prevention / Chemistry of fire / Classes of fire
: Common causes of fire / How fire spreads / Hazard identification
: Managing people with special needs in your building
: Evacuation procedure / Fire-fighting equipment (hands on)
: Co-operation with the emergency services
: Dangerous substances and flammable materials
Course Duration:
1/2 Day
Assessment:
There is no final assessment. The tutor ensures a thorough understanding has been achieved by questions, answers,
discussion and practical scenarios
Certification:
Delegates receive a certificate of attendance

Fire Warden-11th November 2025
2025-11-11 09:30 - 15:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom
Course Overview:
If you are an employer, business owner or are in control of a premises The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 that came into force on the 1st October 2006 states that you ‘must ensure that your employees are provided with adequate safety training’. Protect you and your business by booking your staff on a fire warden training course now to ensure that you, as the ‘responsible person’, comply with current legislation!
Course Outline:
The course covers the following topics:
: Introduction to fire safety
: Fire precautions/health & safety legislation
: General fire prevention measures
: Actions to be taken in the event of a fire
: Evacuation procedures
: Means of escape
: Types of alarms and fire detectors
: Fire wardens/marshal duties and responsibilities
: Calling the fire service
: Triangle of combustion
: Classes of fire and methods of extinction
: Operation of fire extinguishers on live fire training rig
: Basic fire precautions
: Fire register and accountability procedures
Course Duration:
1 Day
Course Assessment:
There is no final assessment. The tutor ensures a thorough understanding has been achieved by questions, answers, discussion and practical scenarios
Course Certification:
Delegates receive a certificate of attendance
Lunch is provided

Safer Moving & Handling of People-12th November 2025
2025-11-12 09:30 - 16:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom

Emergency First Aid at Work RQF Level 3-18th November 2025
2025-11-18 09:30 - 16:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom

Safer Moving and Handling of People- 20th November 2025
2025-11-20 09:30 - 16:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom

Moving, Handling & Positioning Trainer Annual Update-24th November 2025
2025-11-24 09:30 - 16:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom

Emergency First Aid at Work RQF Level 3- 26th November 2025
2025-11-26 09:30 - 16:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom

IATP Asbestos Awareness- 27th November 2025
2025-11-27 09:30 - 12:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom

First Aid at Work RQF Level 3- 1st-3rd December 2025
2025-12-01 09:30 - 2025-12-03 16:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom
Qualification Overview
The qualification and learning outcomes are based on the recommendations of:
• Resuscitation Council (UK)
• Assessment Principles for Regulated First Aid Qualifications
This qualification is:
• For people who deal with first aid at work enabling them to be workplace first aiders under the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981
• Based on the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) training standard for delivery of Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) courses for the purposes of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981
This qualification should enable Learners to attain the knowledge and practical competencies needed to deal with a range of emergency first aid situations.
Learners should be able to demonstrate the practical administration of safe, prompt, effective first aid in emergency situations with an understanding of the role of first aider.
Qualification Outline
1. Understand the role and responsibilities of a first aider
1.1 Identify the role and responsibilities of a first aider
1.2 Identify how to minimise the risk of infection to self and others
1.3 Identify the need for consent to provide first aid
2. Be able to assess an incident
2.1 Conduct a scene survey
2.2 Conduct a primary survey of a casualty
2.3 Summon appropriate assistance when necessary
3. Be able to provide first aid to an unresponsive casualty
3.1 Identify when to administer Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
3.2 Demonstrate CPR using a manikin and the use of a defibrillator
3.3 Justify when to place a casualty into the recovery position
3.4 Demonstrate how to place a casualty into the recovery position
3.5 Identify how to administer first aid to a casualty who is experiencing a seizure
4. Be able to provide first aid to a casualty who is choking
4.1 Identify when choking is:
• Mild
• Severe
4.2 Administer first aid to a casualty who is choking
5. Know how to provide first aid to a casualty with external bleeding
5.1 Identify the severity of external bleeding
5.2 Demonstrate how to control external bleeding
6. Know how provide first aid to a casualty who is in shock
6.1 Recognise a casualty who is suffering from shock
6.2 Identify how to administer first aid to a casualty who is suffering from shock
7. Know how to provide first aid to a casualty with minor injuries
7.1 Identify how to administer first aid to a casualty with:
• Small cuts
• Grazes
• Bruises
• Small splinters
7.2 Identify how to administer first aid to a casualty with minor burns and scalds
Qualification Unit 2 The Learner will:
1. Be able to conduct a secondary survey
1.1 Identify the information to be collected when gathering a casualty history
1.2 Demonstrate how to conduct a head to toe survey
2. Be able to provide first aid to a casualty with suspected injuries to bones, muscles and joints
2.1 Recognise suspected:
• Fractures and dislocations
• Sprains and strains
2.2 Identify how to administer first aid for:
• Fractures and dislocations
• Sprains and strains
2.3 Demonstrate how to apply:
• A support sling
• An elevated sling
3. Be able to provide first aid to a casualty with suspected head and spinal injuries
3.1 Recognise a suspected:
• Head injury
• Spinal injury
3.2 Identify how to administer first aid for suspected head injury
3.3 Demonstrate how to administer first aid for suspected spinal injury
4. Know how to provide first aid to a casualty with suspected chest injuries
4.1 Recognise a suspected:
• Flail chest
• Penetrating chest injury
4.2 Identify how to administer first aid for a:
• Flail chest
• Penetrating chest injury
5. Know how to provide first aid to a casualty with burns and scalds
5.1 Identify the factors that affect the severity of burns and scalds
5.2 Identify how to administer first aid for burns involving:
• Dry heat
• Wet heat
• Electricity
• Chemicals
6. Know how to provide first aid to a casualty with an eye injury
6.1 Identify how to administer first aid for eye injuries involving:
• Dust
• Chemicals
• Embedded objects
7. Know how to provide first aid to a casualty with sudden poisoning
7.1 Identify the routes that poisons can take to enter the body
7.2 Identify how to administer immediate first aid to a casualty affected by sudden poisoning
7.3 Identify sources of information for treating those affected by sudden poisoning
8. Know how to provide first aid to a casualty with anaphylaxis
8.1 Identify common triggers for anaphylaxis
8.2 Recognise suspected anaphylaxis
8.3 Identify how to administer first aid for a casualty suffering from anaphylaxis
9. Know how to provide first aid to a casualty with suspected major illness
9.1 Recognise suspected:
• Heart attack
• Stroke
• Epileptic seizure
• Asthma attack
• Diabetic emergency
9.2 Identify how to administer first aid to a casualty suffering from:
• Heart attack
• Stroke
• Epileptic seizure
• Asthma attack
• Diabetic emergency
Course Duration
3 Days
Qualification Assessment and Certification
Formative assessment conducted by Trainer throughout the course
• Theory assessment/multiple choice question paper:
1 x 15 question paper (minimum score 11)
1 x 25 question paper (minimum score 18)
• Practical assessment – 6 completed throughout the course
This qualification sits on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). The RQF is a qualification framework regulated by Ofqual.
Lunch and refreshments are supplied.

Principles of Manual Handling-8th December 2025
2025-12-08 09:30 - 12:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom

Safer Moving & Handling of People Refresher- 8th December 2025
2025-12-08 13:30 - 16:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom

Emergency First Aid at Work RQF level 3-9th December 2025
2025-12-09 09:30 - 16:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom

Moving, Handling & Positioning Trainer Annual Update- 11th December 2025
2025-12-11 09:30 - 16:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom

Emergency First Aid at Work RQF Level 3-15th December 2025
2025-12-15 09:30 - 16:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom

IATP Asbestos Awareness- 17th December 2025
2025-12-17 09:30 - 12:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom

Food Safety RQF Level 2-7th January 2026
2026-01-07 09:30 - 16:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom
Course Overview:
This course gives fundamental food hygiene knowledge for all food handlers. The course is recommended for anyone who is working in the catering and hospitality industries, food retail, manufacturing or handling food.
Course Outline:
The qualifications cover the following topics:
: Legislation
: Food safety hazards
: Temperature control
: Refrigeration, chilling and cold holding
: Cooking, hot holding and reheating
: Food handling
: Principles of safe food storage
: Cleaning
: Food premises and equipment
Course Duration:
1 Day
Course Certification:
All those that pass the multiple choice assessment receive a certificate to prove they have participated in a training programme and successfully completed the assessment.
Course Qualification:
Designed for anyone working in a catering, manufacturing or retail setting where food is prepared, cooked and handled.
Lunch is provided

Moving and Handling of People Train the Trainer- January 12th,19th, 26th & February 2nd 2026
2026-01-12 09:30 - 2026-02-02 16:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom
Dates: January 12th,19th,26th,& February 2nd 2026
Times: 9:30-16:30
Location: Cook Room (inc. Manual Handling Suite), Essential 6 Ltd, 1-2 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB
Delegates must complete all 4 days and all assessments in order to gain certification.
Aim of Training;

Provide an understanding of the principles and practice of moving & handling in healthcare and social care environments in order to reduce the risk of injury.

Learning Objectives;
On completion of this course, the learners will be able to:

demonstrate an awareness of the potentially hazardous nature of manual handling
describe the structure and function of the spine and its vulnerability to injury
demonstrate an understanding of the role of fitness and exercise in reducing the risk of manual handling injury
demonstrate an awareness of the key legislation that relates to moving and handling tasks
explain that by facilitating independent movement or using mechanical assistance, such as a hoist, it is possible to avoid manual handling
demonstrate an understanding of the process for assessing the risk of injury to themselves, their colleagues and service users
demonstrate an understanding of the need to take action in reporting or reducing risk which is appropriate at the induction stage of their training
apply the principles underlying a low-risk manual handling technique
describe the manual handling practices and techniques which have been condemned as unsafe for staff and/or service users
identify and use appropriate moving and handling equipment
perform a range of low-risk moving and handling techniques in relation to people and objects
demonstrate that they should not use moving and handling equipment until they have been trained to do so

Course Content

Learning Objectives and Teaching Methods
Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, Manual Handling Regulations 2002, RIDDOR 1995, LOLER 1998, PUWER 1998, Management of Health & Safety Regulations 1999, Mental Capacity Act 2008 & The Human Rights Act 1998
Your Trainers Training Pack (Essential 6 Documents)
The Manual Handling & People Moving Powerpoint (Essential 6 Sample Document)
Practical Sessions and Assessments in People Moving
Manual Handling Responsibilities
Anatomy of the Spine and Types of Injuries
Biomechanics and Ergonomics
Safe Lifting Techniques – E L I T E
Lifting Objects
Key Elements of People Moving
Risks and Controls Related to People Moving
People Moving – Risk Assessments/Personal Plan
People Moving Equipment
People Moving – Controversial Techniques
People Moving – Good Techniques

Assessments;
Delegates will complete 3 assessments

Written exam paper
Completion of a Moving & Handling Risk Assessment and explain this to the group
Practical Assessment based on a piece of equipment with the learner setting the scenario

Recommended Prerequisites;
Before undertaking this training, delegates are recommended to have the following;

Teaching Qualification; such as PTTLS, CTTLS or Cert Ed
Previous Manual Handling Experience

These are recommended prerequisites only. You can attend without the above, however, please be aware this course will not include a teaching qualification.
If you are not sure if this is the course for you, please feel free to call the team before booking your space on 0845 272 3558

Emergency First Aid at Work RQF Level 3- 13th January 2026
2026-01-13 09:30 - 16:30 | Essential 6 Ltd, 1 Marble Court Business Park, Lymington Road, Torquay, TQ1 4FB, United Kingdom
