Manual Handling Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 ...

Health and Safety
Executive
Guidance
(h) Keep the head up when handling. Look ahead, not
down at the load once it has been held securely.
(i) Move smoothly. Do not jerk or snatch the load as this can
make it harder to keep control and can increase the risk of
injury.
(j) Don’t lift or handle more than can be easily managed.
There is a difference between what people can lift and what
they can safely lift. If in doubt, seek advice or get help.
(k) Put down, then adjust. If precise positioning of the load
is necessary, put it down first, then slide it into the desired
position.
Figure 22 Basic lifting operations
Vocational qualifications
4(3)(c)
Guidance
199 The development of specific statements of what needs to be done, how well
and by whom (ie statements of competence) will help to determine the extent
of any shortfall in training. Such statements may be embodied in qualifications
accredited by the National Council for Vocational Qualifications (NCVQ) and
SCOTVEC (the Scottish Vocational Education Council).
Risk assessment findings
200 In deciding if there is a risk of injury, employers have to take account of the
results of any relevant risk assessments under the Management Regulations.
Relevant findings might include, for example:
(a)
(b)
(c)
the results of specific risk assessments for young people or new and
expectant mothers;
particular aspects of workplace layout; or
work organisation.
4(3)(d)
201 Employees should be informed of any relevant findings relating to the risks
from manual handling which have been identified by the risk assessment.
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