Services
Occupational Safety Training
Manual Handling Training
Workplaces are legally required to carry out Manual Handling Training where tasks involve lifting, pushing or pulling. We examine what the company does, the types of materials handled, and train people accordingly, based on the hazards they encounter at work.
Our Manual Handling Training consultants train course participants on:
- Manual handling legislation
- Principles of safe manual handling
- Applying these principles to manual handling tasks in the workplace
Our Courses:
FETAC-approved
Designed for employees involved in manual handling during working day
Demonstrate correct lifting and moving procedures to avoid back injury while lifting in the workplace
Courses Available:
- Manual Handling Training and
- FETAC Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor
Contact us at info@ohss.ie to discuss your Occupational Hygiene Training needs.
Who we work with:
About Us
OHSS was established in 2001 as an Occupational Health and Safety consultancy. Founder Paul Foran has extensive experience in the field, both as a consultant and as a former Inspector with the Health & Safety Authority (www.hsa.ie), where he formulated policy and legislation.
Our mission is to be the leading Occupational Hygiene and Safety consultancy in Ireland, and provide reputable tra
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OHSS Blog
Asbestos Removal in Ireland: Safe Handling Matters
posted on 20 November, 2025
Across Ireland, asbestos keeps turning up in older houses, barns, and industrial buildings. Unfortunately, most people don’t even know it’s there until renovation or demolition work starts, and by that point, it may have already...
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Case Studies
Expert witness for employee in civil action
A worker at a distribution depot suffered serious injury to his back. Steps taken: Site inspections Evaluation of ergonomics on site Training risk assessments ...
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