Learning outcomes -Module 5
By the end of the session, delegates will be able to:
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explain ways of reducing risks of injury when problems arise
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describe the correct technique for lifting and carrying objects
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describe the correct methods for team handling.
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GE How can we reduce the risk? -The Load
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Lighter?
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less bulky?
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easier to grasp?
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more stable?
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less damaging to hold?
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Suppliers may need to be contacted
to improve the delivery methods.
Can the load be made:
GE How can we reduce the risk? -The Individual
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Individual capability must always be given priority
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Employees must be given full details on the tasks they will
be expected to undertake
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Where higher risks of manual handling injuries are
identified specific training must be given
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Procedures to protect pregnant workers must be in place
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Employees must be given information on the
tasks they are likely to face in the workplace
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Policy and procedures must be adjusted to
address temporary capability issues
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Work clothing and personal protective
equipment when worn must be suitable
for manual handling activities.
GE How can we reduce the risk? -The Task
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Use appropriate equipment designed to assist with
lifting/handling
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Make amendments to the workplace layout to reduce high-
risk movements such as twisting and stooping
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Improve efficiency in the workplace by introducing
changes to layout and processes
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Avoid lifting from floor level
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Avoid lifting above shoulder height
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Vary work routines
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Reduce the activities which require
repetitive handling
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Push rather than pull.
Reducing the risk -The Environment
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Make the workplace obstruction-free
to allow a full range of movement
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Ensure flooring is suitable and does
not cause slips or trips
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Improve environmental conditions
such as lighting, heat and ventilation
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Redesign work processes and
procedures to avoid steps or steep ramps
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Ensure staff maintain correct posture by
redesigning the workplace if necessary.
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Reducing the risk ñ Other factors
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Utilise competent advice to ensure
the correct equipment is obtained
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Ensure the type of wheels used are
suitable for the workplace flooring
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Make sure grips and handles are in
good order and suitable particularly
when gloves are worn
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Ensure work equipment is suitably
maintained and always fit for purpose
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Brakes should be effective and
easy to use.
Equipment:
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Reducing the risk ñ Other factors
Work organisation:
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Rotate tasks or make adjustments to the work routine to
reduce boredom
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Reduce the number or frequency of mundane tasks where
practicable
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Utilise individual staff skills more effectively
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Deadlines and targets to beachievable in safety
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The entire workforce to be involved
in communication and assessments
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Manual handling training needs to
be relevant to the manual handling
activities carried out in the workplace.
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3 Key Principles of Safe Manual Handling
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Maintain a Natural
Upright Posture
Adopt a
Stable Base
Keep the Load as
Close as necessary.
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Safe lifting
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Warming up
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Check load
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Is help needed?
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Plan
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Clothing
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Grip
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Repetitive strain injuries
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Storage.
THINK BEFORE
YOU START
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Safe lifting technique
.Stop and think.
Step 1
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Safe lifting technique
.Position the feet.
Step 2
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Safe lifting technique
.Position the feet.
Step 2
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Safe lifting technique
.Bend the knees.
Step 3
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Safe lifting technique
.Lift with a firm grip and straight
back.
Step 4
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Safe lifting technique
.Raise the load with the legs.
Step 5
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Safe lifting technique
.Raise the load with the legs.
Step 5
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Safe lifting technique
.Keep the load close to the body.
Step 6
Carrying and unloading
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Close to body
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Change of grip
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No twisting
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Look
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Do not obstruct vision
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Mechanical aids.
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Carrying and unloading
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Direction of unloading
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Bend knees
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Straight back
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Fingers
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Rest the load
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Slide
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Secure.
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Pushing and Pulling
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Tips when pushing and pulling
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Use handling aids with handles between the shoulder
and waist
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Ensure the movement is within individual capability
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Make efforts to remove the need to push or pull on
slopes either up or down
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Manage uneven surfaces
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Maintain correct stance
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Maintain correct pace.
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Team Handling
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Where there is more than one person involved, the risk of injury
goes up so:
Assess the load
Plan the movement
Decide who will give the orders
Check that all of the team
is ready before beginning and
all can communicate
Instructions must be clear and
incisive e.g. Ready, Steady, Go
Remember the putting down
needs just as much organisation
as the lift.
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ACDWhen storing goods on shelving which of the following is
correct?
A. Heavy items at shoulder height
B. Heavy items at waist height
C. Heavy items at floor level
D. Heavy items above head height
BHow much do you know?
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ACDWhen storing goods on shelving which of the following is
correct?
A. Heavy items at shoulder height
B. Heavy items at waist height
C. Heavy items at floor level
D. Heavy items above head height
BHow much do you know?
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BCDWhich of the following would be the best method of
reducing the risk of manual handling injuries?
A. Automate the process
B. Provide back support belts for lifting
C. Instruct staff in safe lifting techniques
D. Use manual lifting equipment
AHow much do you know?
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Question 1
Which of the following statements is true?
A. When there is more than one person involved
in a task the risk of injury goes down
B. When there is more than one person involved
in a task the risk of injury goes up
C. When there is more than one person involved
in a task the risk of injury may go up or down
D. When there is more than one person involved
in a task the risk of injury remains the same
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BCDWhich of the following is correct?
A. Loads should be carried close to the body
B. Loads should be carried at arms length
C. Loads should not be carried further than 25m
D. Loads should not be wider than the body
AHow much do you know?
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BCDWhich of the following is correct?
A. Loads should be carried close to the body
B. Loads should be carried at arms length
C. Loads should not be carried further than 25m
D. Loads should not be wider than the body
AHow much do you know?
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