The CITB Approved Standard – Manual Handling for Drylining Systems Introduction is a half-day, theory-based training course designed for supervisors, operatives and anyone involved in the manual handling of drylining materials, including plasterboard, metal framing systems, insulation products and packaged materials used within the construction industry.
The course provides delegates with the knowledge and understanding required to safely plan and carry out manual handling activities in accordance with the Manual Handling Operations Regulations and current construction industry best practice. It aims to reduce the risk of musculoskeletal injuries, improve safe working practices and promote efficient material handling on site.
Delivered either in a classroom environment or live online via a suitable meeting platform, the course covers the principles of safe manual handling, legal responsibilities, hazard identification, risk assessment, ergonomics and the selection and appropriate use of manual handling equipment and aids.
To ensure the training is relevant to your organisation, the course can be tailored to include the specific drylining materials, handling techniques and work activities undertaken by your workforce. Where requested, practical demonstrations and assessments can also be incorporated using your organisation's own materials and handling equipment. Please note that a practical assessment is optional and is not a mandatory requirement of the CITB Approved Standard.
Equipment Requirements
Where a practical assessment has been requested, employers should provide a representative selection of the drylining materials and manual handling aids used within their organisation.
Ken Wood & Sons Construction have been utilising the services provided by Workforce Skill Support for a number of years now. Their expertise and understanding of the Construction Industries Training requirements and associated advice is invaluable. Every request is dealt with professionally and efficiently whilst understanding our needs and working within budgets. We would highly recommend using Workforce Skills Support for all your training needs.
Duration: Half day
Location: Delivered on-site nationwide
Dates: Call 01623 287830
Minimum numbers: 1+ (charged at a day rate)
Maximum numbers: 15 classroom or 12 online
Cost: Day rate - £945 + VAT
Price subject to confirmation*
*Final price may vary depending on location.
Accreditation: Certificated by Workforce Skills Support as a CITB Training Provider Network (TPN) Member against the relevant CITB Training Standard
Certificate Validity: 3 years
CITB Employer Network Funding: 50% at match funding
This course is available exclusively for groups and can be delivered:
In-house classroom delivery – We come to your site
This is a private, closed session for your team only. All attendees will receive a certificate of attendance on completion.
Maximum numbers: 15 classroom
We come to you
This course is delivered in person at your chosen location, exclusively for your team.
What to expect:
Maximum numbers: 12 remote
Live tutor-led session
Delivered remotely for your team only, at a time that suits you.
What to expect:
What are the requirements?
To take part in a remote tutor-led course, you’ll need:
By the end of this course, delegates will be able to:
The Manual Handling for Drylining Systems Introduction course is a classroom or online based presentation on the of safe working practices and manual handling techniques.
Absolutely. We offer nationwide in-house delivery for group bookings and can even help arrange a local venue if needed. Travel costs may apply depending on location.
This is a short, tutor-led session typically lasting half a working day (approx. 3 to 4 hours).
The maximum number of delegates for the Manual Handling For Drylining Systems Introduction course is 15 face-to-face or 12 online.
This course will cover the theory-based knowledge and exercises for identifying hazards involved with manual handling, safe working practices, how to assess risks and carry out risk assessments, poor manual handling practices and health impacts.
The Manual Handling for Drylining Systems Introduction is suitable for anyone involved with these activities including managers, supervisors and operatives.
Candidates whose first language is not English are welcome to attend. However, all courses are conducted, assessed/marked and certificated using the English language.
To successfully complete the course, candidates must have a sufficient level of English to:
For candidates whose first language is not English, the use of a bilingual dictionary in book form (not electronic or translator devices) is permitted during assessment.
Yes, this course may be eligible, and we can help you access Employer Networks funding.
Yes – all attendees will receive a Workforce Skills Support Certificate This will detail the learning outcomes achieved upon successful completion of the course.
The card expiry is 3 years.