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| RISK ASSESSMENT FOR MANUAL HANDLING |
The Risk Assessment for Manual Handling - Lifting Ducting or Materials by RaMsProZone evaluates potential hazards associated with lifting and moving ducting or materials. It identifies risks such as musculoskeletal injuries, improper lifting techniques, and environmental factors. The assessment provides control measures, including training, use of mechanical aids, and proper planning, to minimize risks and ensure safe handling practices, promoting workplace safety and compliance with health and safety regulations.
Hazards
- Heavy Loads
- Unidentified packages
- Unbalanced loads
Risks
- Back injuries
- Damage to materials & package Hernias
Control Measures
- Use good manual handling techniques as learned through training.
- Only lift products or packages that you are capable of lifting.
- Where loads are too big, split the load where possible.
- Use mechanical means to lift where you have been trained.
- Seek assistance or use team lifting to move large, awkward, and wide objects, where necessary.
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