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Manual

Handling
What is Manual Handling

Manual Handling is the movement of


loads using physical effort.

It includes the lifting, lowering, pulling,


pushing, carrying and supporting of
loads.
The Manual Handling Operations
Regulations - Employers Duty

AVOID hazardous manual handling so far


as is reasonably practicable.

ASSESS hazardous manual handling that


cannot be avoided.

Take ACTION to reduce the risks so far


as is reasonably practicable.
Reasonably Practicable

The term reasonably practicable refers


to a balance between the risk a task
presents and the cost (time, trouble,
financial and inconvenience) of
remedial action.
The Manual Handling Operations
Regulations – Employees Duty

Take reasonable care of themselves and other


people affected by their acts or omissions.

(Don’t knowingly put yourself or others at risk)


Causes of Back Pain

Twisting, stooping, stretching.


Heavy lifting.
Carrying loads awkwardly.
Repetitive tasks.
Static posture eg. driving.
Stress, fatigue.
Being overweight or unfit.
Back Care
Maintain a good posture when lifting,
carrying, sitting etc.

Know your limits when lifting, carrying


etc.
Keep fit.

Listen to your body – take breaks when


needed (don’t over do it).
The Spine

The spine is a delicate but incredibly strong


structure.

The spines natural shape is an elongated ‘S’


shape.

Bad posture when sitting, lifting, watching TV


etc puts the shape of the spine in to an
elongated ‘C’ shape putting additional strain
on muscles, nerves and other tissues.
Risk Assessment
A manual handling risk assessment should
take account of:

TASK
INDIVIDUAL(S) DOING THE TASK
LOAD
ENVIRONMENT

What would you consider about the above ?


Task
Does the task involve:

Twisting, stooping, bending,


holding loads away from the body,
long carrying distances, large
vertical movement, repetitive,
strenuous pushing or pulling.
Individual(s) doing the
task
Is it possible for one person to do
the job or is help / equipment
required.
Does it put people with health
problems at risk eg. should a
pregnant worker be doing it ?
Does it call for specialist training.
Load
Is the load stable, bulky, can it be
reduced eg. remove packages
from a box, too big, awkward
shape, difficult to grasp,
awkwardly stacked or stored.
Environment
Are there constraints on posture.
Variations in levels eg. stairs, slopes
etc.
Poor lighting.
Inclement weather.
Bumpy paths, slip hazards, doors etc.
Restricted movement due to personal
protective clothing eg. gloves.
Handling Loads
Think before handling a load – plan first.
Keep the load close to you.
Adopt a stable position – feet apart with one leg
slightly forward.
Get a good hold of the load.
Posture – bend your knees when lifting, pushing etc.
Maintain the natural curves of your back.
Don’t twist, stretch, stoop or bend your back.
Know your limits and ask for help when you need it.
Use equipment provided for you eg. trolleys.
Handling Loads

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