Thursday, 27 October 2016

Manual Handling

Now we shall continue on health and safety, but this time you will be learning about Manual handling.

Manual handling relates to the picking up and movement of object's, either  using only yourself, others and also a few kinds of machinery/tools. There are different load amounts when it comes to either a man or woman lifting an object. It is advised to stick to the limits as injury is common and sometimes life changing.


Injuries related to manual handling: 2013/14, all industries

  • Employee:

Fatal- 0
Major- 1431
over 7 days- 16,932

  • Worker: 
Fatal- 0
Major- 1490
Over 7 days- 17,085
  • Self employed:
Fatal- 0
Major- 59
Over 7 days- 162

As these results show, it is very important to follow the safety chart when in comes to lifting heavy objects, As if ignored you may damage your back, neck or legs. If you are lifting a heavy object without following the safety instructions you could damage your spine, which could cause permanent damage. 

This picture is showing the correct way to pick up an object.


Always avoid lifting up a heavy object when you have the tools to do so.


Shelf trolley-
Trolley-                                               






Lift truck-










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