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SOUTH LAKE LEISURE CENTRE
MANUAL HANDLING
[ REFRESHER TRAINING ]

INTRODUCTION
 The incorrect moving of loads manually is one of the
most common causes of injury at work
 469,000 Workers suffering from work-related MSD
(new or long-standing)
 156,000 new MSD cases in 2017/2018
 There is no truly ‘safe’ weight limit for manual
handling operations. Always try to find alternatives
ways of moving loads e.g. trolley

What is Manual Handling:
Any transporting or supporting of a load by hand or bodily
force….
 Lifting
 Lowering
 Pushing
 Pulling
 Carrying

Operation Regulations:
Employers must…
 Avoid the need for manual handling where possible
 Assess the risk of injury
 Reduce the risk as far as is practicable

Operation Regulations:
Employees must…
 Follow safe systems of work
 Use any equipment provided
 Co-operate with employer on H&S matters
 Notify of any hazards
 Ensure activities don’t put others at risk

General Handling:
Three components..
Planning the lift
Lifting technique
Moving the load
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Planning the Lift:
 Stop and think - Plan the lift
 Does it need to be carried?
 Where is it going?
 Is the route clear of hazards?
 Consider the weight, is it heavy or light?
 Does it need more than one person?
 Are you dressed for the job?

Lifting Technique:
 Place feet apart
 Placing one leg forward will
improve balance and control
 Try sliding the load towards you
first if you have to stretch

Lifting Technique:
 Bend your knees NOT your back
 Keep shoulders level and in line with your hips
 Avoid jerking movements
 Lift head then your back
 Grip with your palms
 Keep arms close to your body

Moving the Load:
 Keep the load close to the body
 Keep the heaviest side nearest your body
 When pulling or pushing use your body weight
to move the load
 Avoid twisting your body when turning

Key Task Areas:
General Handling
Carrying Chairs & Tables
Setting Up/Take Down of Equipment
Rescue Board Recovery
Recovery of unconscious casualty
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General Handling:
Use aids such as sack trucks or trolleys
were possible

Chairs and Tables:
Limit the number carried and if available
use a trolley

Equipment Set Up/Take Down:
If an object seems to heavy or awkward,
get help with it
Always complete the set up/take down
early in advance if possible so time is not
a factor

Rescue Board Recovery:
A casualty should be removed from the
water in a horizontal position
The team must work together under the
direction of the team leader

Recovery of an Unconscious Casualty:
The technique used to lift a casualty from
the water requires at least two lifeguards
If a third lifeguard is available, the rescuing
lifeguard should remain in the water and can
assist by supporting and lifting the casualty's
hips

Contributory Adverse Factors:
• “quickly get the job done” attitude
• Poor posture
• Fatigue
• Environment not considered

RISK
ASSESSMENT
PROCESS
Task - how often, how much
twisting or bending is needed?
Individual capability, male or
female, old or young,
experienced or inexperienced?
Load - how heavy? Good
grip? Bulky? Heavier at one
end?
Environment – route, hot,
cold, uneven floor, windy,
stairs?
When you have to manually handle loads consider…

SECTION COMPLETED
You have now completed Manual Handling Refresher Training and are
ready to take the theory assessment. The practical assessment will be
completed on-site.
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ASSESSMENT
MANUAL HANDLING
[ REFRESHER TRAINING ]

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