Laurence McIntosh Manual Handling Test

Manual Handling Test

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Select ONE answer only for each question

1. What is the main cause of non-fatal injuries at work? *

Slips, trips and falls Handling, lifting and carrying Struck by object

2. Under the Manual Handling Regs, EMPLOYERS must FIRST: *

Provide back supports Avoid manual handling where possible Provide PPE

3. Under the Regs, YOU must: *

Wear PPE Produce a Risk Assessment Use any equipment provided

4. The Risk Assessment uses the following method: *

SLATE TILE POST

5. The first stage in safe lifting is: *

Plan the route Place the feet correctly Stop & Think

6. The maximum weight that can be handled is: *

25kg for a man 10 kg for a man Dependent on the risk assessment

7. When lifting, it is important that: *

The back is bent The back is upright and in a natural 'S' shape The back is kept straight

8. When lifting, you must use: *

Your legs Your arms Your shoulders

9. With a 2 person lift, the caller must: *

Open the doors Co-ordinate the lift Lift first

10. A top tip for a healthy back is: *

Putting on weight Sitting in the same position for a long time Keeping loads close to your body

Please tick to confirm that you have read the Manual Handling Risk Assessment *

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