CITB Manual Handling and Lifting 2

Question 1

When carrying out a team lift, what is the most important factor?

Accepted Answer

One person should coordinate the lift and give clear instructions

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All team members should be the same height

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The strongest person should take the heaviest end

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Team lifts should involve at least four people

Question 2

What should you do if a load is too heavy for you to lift safely on your own?

Accepted Answer

Use a mechanical aid or ask for help

Answer

Lift it anyway but do it quickly

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Drag it along the floor to the destination

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Wear a back support belt and proceed

Question 3

What is a musculoskeletal disorder (MSD)?

Accepted Answer

An injury or condition affecting muscles, joints, tendons, or the spine

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A skin condition caused by contact with chemicals

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A respiratory illness from dust exposure

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A mental health condition caused by stress at work

Question 4

When carrying a load, where should you position it relative to your body?

Accepted Answer

As close to your body as possible

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At arm's length to see where you are going

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Above shoulder height for better balance

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To one side to keep your vision clear

Question 5

Repetitive manual handling tasks can lead to which type of injury?

Accepted Answer

Repetitive strain injury (RSI) and cumulative trauma

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Burns

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Electric shock

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Skin dermatitis

Question 6

What should be done about manual handling risks identified during a risk assessment?

Accepted Answer

Implement control measures to reduce the risk so far as is reasonably practicable

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Record them and review only if an accident occurs

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Inform workers and take no further action

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Ban all manual handling on the site