Train With A Leading Manual Handling Refresher Hobart Provider
A Manual Handling Refresher Course is an annual update for those who have already completed their initial manual handling training course.
This Refresher Manual Handling Hobart course is for students who have already completed an HLTWHS005 Conduct Manual Tasks Safely certification and would like to update their knowledge, be it for personal improvement or to meet organisational guidelines. Our Manual Handling Refresher Course Hobart sessions are open to both domestic and international students, and those who successfully complete their training will receive same-day certification via email.
North Hobart 393 Argyle Street North Hobart 7000 Australia
HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid & CPR (3Hrs) Face-to-Face Training & Assessment + online e-Learning
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 5:00pm - 8:00pm
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What You'll Learn in a First Aid Pro Manual Handling Refresher Hobart Course
Manual Handling Refresher Hobart training ensures that the safety skills and knowledge you learned during your initial course remain second nature. We’ll refresh your knowledge of proper techniques and safe manual handling practices, including:
How to prepare yourself to perform a manual handling task by using four P’s of proper manual handling techniques (Plan, position, pick, and proceed)
Proper lifting techniques and the impact of correct body pre-placement
How to identify hazardous manual tasks through risk assessment
Risk factors including repetitive tasks, incorrect postures, and inefficient systems of work
Methods for minimising risk
The national code of practice and Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) regulations
Strategies for promoting health and safety in your workplace
Reporting procedures
Manual handling injuries which can result from improper techniques
Manual handling tools, mechanical aids, and how to use them
Lift policies
Basic anatomy
The importance of regular breaks
Most importantly, we’ll update you on any breakthroughs regarding safer manual handling techniques and equipment which has become available in the past year. We strive to keep all our students on the cutting edge of safety. Enrol in a First Aid Pro Manual Handling Refresher on Hobart today!
Who Should Take This Manual Handling Refresher Training in Hobart?
Manual handling tasks are those which require the lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling, carrying, or relocation of heavy loads or objects. Breakthroughs in safe manual handling techniques are happening all the time, and newer, safer equipment is constantly being developed.
Taking manual handling refresher training allows you to keep your knowledge up to date while complying with new safety legislation and regulations. People who perform manual handling tasks can be found in almost any industry, job description, or workplace, making manual handling training an important step for success in any career. Professions that require regular refresher manual handling training include:
Construction
Aged care workers
Health workers
Support workers
Storage, freight, and logistics
Warehouse workers
Movers and delivery personnel
Manufacturing and production
Cleaning and maintenance
Waste management
Agriculture
Horticulture
Manual Handling For Health Care Workers In Hobart
A manual handling refresher course is important for those in the healthcare industry, including occupations such as nurses, allied health, carers, aged care, NDIS, support work and more. If you work in healthcare & are looking to update your manual handling skills, get started today by enrolling in a First Aid Pro Healthcare Manual Handling Refresher Hobart course today!
Eligibility Criteria For Our Manual Handling Refresher Course Hobart
In order to enrol in our Manual Handling Refresher Course in Hobart, students need to meet the following requirements:
Previously completed a HLTWHS005 Conduct Manual Tasks Safely course
Students must be 14 years old or older. (Please note: Students under 18 will be required to complete and bring a Parental Consent Form to class)
Possess a Unique Student Identifier (USI) number
Due to the nature of manual handling all students must possess a basic level of physical fitness, and have enclosed footwear and casual clothes to wear to their in-person training session.
Students must also possess a basic level of English literacy to read and comprehend simple safety guidelines and instructions.
Hobart Manual Handling Refresher Training Delivery Method
FirstAidPro delivers its manual handling refresher training through a blend of hands-on, practical training and online, self-guided theory. Students are to complete the self-guided portion first and bring it with them to their practical session as proof. The time it takes to complete the self-guided portion of your training depends entirely on your personal commitment and your reading skill level.
Our hands-on portion of their training lasts for only two (2) hours. After this, successful students will be emailed their certificate on the same day.
Manual Handling Refresher Hobart Course Fees
With FirstAidPro, the Manual Handling Refresher Course for Healthcare Workers costs a single, one-time fee of $60.00 inclusive of GST.
You’ll be asked to pay for your course upfront during the online booking process. Our secure online booking platform accepts both Visa & Mastercard credit and debit cards.
Discover Our Manual Handling Refresher Hobart Training Venue
First Aid Pro Hobart
First Aid Pro offers Manual Handling Refresher Courses from our Hobart training venue.
Easily accessible by car or by public transport, our modern Hobart training facility is equipped with everything needed to get hands-on manual handling training including patient hoists, hospital beds, slide sheets, wheelchairs, wheelie walkers and more.
