Moving and Handling Train The Trainer Refresher Course

Moving and Handling Train the Trainer Refresher Course

This annual refresher course is designed for experienced Moving and Handling trainers who deliver manual handling training in health, social care, or education settings.

It updates trainers on current legislation, best practice techniques, and risk assessment strategies, ensuring their knowledge remains compliant, evidence-based, and practically relevant.

Through interactive workshops and peer discussion, participants will refresh their instructional skills, explore new equipment and case scenarios, and reflect on how to embed dignity, safety, and person-centred care in every session they lead. The course also reinforces trainer confidence in adapting content for diverse learners and environments.

Completion supports continued professional development and helps organisations meet regulatory expectations for ongoing trainer competence.

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Course Information:

• Course Duration: 1 days (4-6 Hours)
• Course Level: Level 3
• Certificate: 3-year certificate
• Max Delegates: 12
• Practical: Yes ✅
• Course Mode: Face to Face/ Blended
• Prerequisite: Train the Trainer Moving and Handling

Course Outline: Moving and Handling Trainer Refresher

1. Roles and Responsibilities of a Trainer

• Review the key responsibilities of a trainer in care and support settings.
• Refresh your understanding of duty of care, safeguarding, and professional boundaries.

2. Legal and Regulatory Updates

• Learn about current UK legislation such as the Manual Handling Operations Regulations and HSE guidance.
• Understand sector-specific requirements, including those from CQC, Ofsted, and NICE.

3. Refreshing Techniques and Risk Assessment Practices

• Revisit safe handling principles and correct posture.
• Update your knowledge of both dynamic and person-centred risk assessments.

4. Creating a Positive and Inclusive Learning Environment

• Learn how to make training sessions respectful, accessible, and supportive for all learners.
• Address learner anxieties and adapt to different needs in the room.

5. Teaching for Different Learning Styles

• Adapt your training methods to suit visual, auditory, and kinaesthetic learners.
• Use a range of resources and inclusive language to improve understanding.

6. Managing Challenging Behaviour in Training

• Develop strategies to deal with difficult situations and keep learners engaged.
• Practise using role-plays and scenarios to build confidence.

7. Assessing Manual Handling Competence

• Review different ways to assess your learners’ understanding and skills.
• Make sure your assessments meet industry standards and work for a variety of learners.

8. Updating Training Materials

• Check that your materials are current, accurate, and legally sound.
• Improve your resources with clear visuals, helpful checklists, and references to modern equipment.

9. Micro-Teaching Practice (15 Minutes)

• Deliver a short training session to your peers.
• Receive feedback and reflect on your teaching style, clarity, and learner engagement.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this train the trainer moving and handling update course, trainers will be able to:

• Know their updated roles and what they need to do
• Show the right ways to move and handle safely
• Spot risks and use new ways to check for danger
• Make training safe and friendly for everyone
• Communicate clearly and give helpful feedback
• Change training to help different learners
• Deal with difficult behaviour in classrooms
• Check if learners know what to do and can do it
• Update and make better training materials
• Understand the latest safety laws and rules in the UK
• Give a training lesson and take notes from peers and trainer’s feedback.

This will help trainers keep their skills fresh and deliver safe, effective training every year.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is for experienced trainers who deliver Moving and Handling training in care, education, or support settings.

• It is suitable for health and social care professionals responsible for teaching safe manual handling practices.
• It supports training leads and coordinators who oversee compliance and staff development.
• It is ideal for workplace safety instructors who need to stay up to date with legal changes and teaching methods.

It is designed for anyone with a Train the Trainer qualification who must complete annual refresher training to meet regulatory and organisational standards. For many industries, such as health and social care, refreshers are recommended annually, or at least every 2 to 3 years, to keep everyone up-to-date and competent.

Course Benefits

For the Individual Trainer

• Stay Legally Up to Date
  Refresh your knowledge of UK manual handling legislation, CQC requirements, and HSE guidance.
• Maintain Competence and Confidence
  Practise safe handling techniques, risk assessment skills, and effective training delivery.
• Enhance Teaching Skills
  Adapt your training methods to suit different learning styles and deliver inclusive, engaging sessions.
• Strengthen Assessment Practice
  Apply fair, consistent methods to assess learner competence and give meaningful feedback.
• Boost Professional Credibility
  Show your commitment to best practice and continuous professional development.
• Benefit from Peer Feedback
  Take part in micro-teaching and gain constructive input from fellow trainers.

For the Organisation

• Meet Regulatory Requirements
  Ensure trainers complete annual refresher training in line with CQC, HSE, and sector standards.
• Reduce Risk of Injury and Claims
  Promote safe and consistent manual handling practices across all teams.
• Improve Training Quality and Consistency
  Equip trainers with up-to-date methods, materials, and assessment tools.
• Support a Culture of Safety and Dignity
  Reinforce the values of person-centred care, inclusion, and professional accountability.
• Demonstrate Commitment to Staff Development
  Show inspectors, stakeholders, and staff that you invest in high-quality, ongoing training.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is a Moving and Handling Trainer Refresher Important?

A Moving and Handling Train the Trainer refresher is essential for maintaining safe, up-to-date training. It ensures trainers stay compliant with current legislation, refresh practical skills, and adapt to diverse learner needs. Regular refreshers also support consistent, high-quality training across teams, reducing risk, improving care standards, and meeting regulatory expectations.

Why Should Organisations Invest in Trainer Refresher Courses?

A Moving & Handling trainer refresher course benefits organisations by ensuring staff are trained on the latest regulations, preventing loss of knowledge, and keeping safety practices both compliant and effective. It also improves a trainer’s skills in teaching, risk assessment, and giving feedback.

This leads to a safer workplace, fewer injuries for staff and service users, better respect for patient dignity, and increased confidence among staff.

Who Should Book a Train the Trainer Course?

A Moving and Handling Trainer course is for individuals who are responsible for teaching others how to move and handle people safely. It suits those who already show strong practical skills and leadership in their roles, and who are ready to guide and support colleagues.

The course strengthens communication and presentation skills, and equips participants to confidently train and assess staff within their own organisation.

Why Is the Moving and Handling Trainer Refresher a One-Day Course?

The Moving and Handling Trainer Refresher is delivered in one day to efficiently update trainers on key legal changes, practical techniques, and teaching methods without taking them away from their roles for too long. Since participants already teach the course, the focus is placed on practically building their skills to stay compliant and deliver accurate, up-to-date training.

It focuses on essential updates, peer learning, and micro-teaching, ensuring trainers remain competent and compliant in a time-effective format.

Who Can Benefit from a Moving & Handling Trainer Refresher Course?

Individuals who already deliver manual handling training benefit by keeping their knowledge current, improving their teaching techniques, and staying compliant with legal standards. It’s especially useful for trainers in care, education, or support roles who want to maintain confidence, reduce risk, and ensure their sessions remain accurate, inclusive, and effective.

Is the Training Delivered Face to Face?

Yes, this training is delivered face to face. At Caring for Care, we focus on practical, hands-on learning led by experienced healthcare professionals. Our sessions are interactive, tailored to real workplace challenges, and designed to build trainer confidence. Unlike generic courses, we prioritise compliance, dignity, and sector relevance. Trainers leave equipped to deliver safe, accurate, and engaging manual handling training.

What Support Materials Are Included with the Course?

Yes, support for resources is included. Alongside all classroom materials, you’ll receive a free Train the Trainer learner resource—highly valued by our past participants.

You’ll also benefit from exclusive perks, including a 49% discount on our Moving and Handling Trainer Pack (12 ready-to-use resources) and access to helpful training videos to support ongoing delivery.

Do You Deliver Onsite Moving and Handling Trainer Refresher Courses?

Yes, we do. Our experienced trainers can visit your premises to deliver face-to-face training across the UK—including England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. Also, we have trainers based in major cities such as London, Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow, Cardiff, Belfast, Leeds, and Newcastle.

In-house training reduces travel time, supports team learning, and allows content to be tailored to your environment, equipment, and organisational needs.