Manual Handling Flashcards
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What is the recommended maximum carrying distance before a rest break is needed?
Answer: There is no fixed distance — it depends on the load weight and frequency
HSE guidance does not set a fixed maximum carrying distance. The need for rest depends on the weight of the load, the frequency of carries, the terrain, and the individual's capability. However, carrying distance should be minimised where possible.
What is the purpose of a pre-use check on manual handling equipment?
Answer: To identify defects, damage, or wear that could make the equipment unsafe to use
Pre-use checks on equipment such as trolleys, pallet trucks, and sack barrows identify defects (broken wheels, damaged handles, faulty brakes) that could cause the equipment to fail and injure the user or others.
How should a worker handle a load with sharp edges?
Answer: Wear appropriate cut-resistant gloves and consider padding the sharp edges
Workers handling loads with sharp edges should wear appropriate cut-resistant gloves and consider padding or covering the sharp edges. This reduces the risk of lacerations and improves grip on the load.
What information must an employer provide to employees about loads they handle?
Answer: The weight of the load, its centre of gravity, and the heaviest side
Under the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992, employers must provide information about the weight of loads, the location of the centre of gravity (especially if offset), and the heaviest side of an uneven load.
What is the recommended rest allowance for repetitive manual handling tasks?
Answer: Regular short breaks or task rotation to allow muscle recovery
For repetitive manual handling, HSE recommends regular short breaks or rotation to different tasks to allow muscle recovery and prevent fatigue-related injuries. The frequency depends on the intensity of the work.
What should a risk assessment for manual handling on a construction site specifically consider?
Answer: Site-specific factors such as uneven ground, confined spaces, weather, work at height, and coordination with other trades
Construction site manual handling assessments must consider site-specific factors including uneven or slippery ground, confined spaces, exposure to weather, the need to handle materials at height, and coordination with other trades working nearby.