Manual Handling Flashcards
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What are the main risk factors in the 'Task' element of a TILE assessment?
Answer: Twisting, stooping, reaching, carrying distance, pushing/pulling, repetition
The Task element considers the physical demands: Does it involve twisting, stooping, or reaching? What is the carrying distance? Is there pushing or pulling? How often is the task repeated? These all influence injury risk.
What PPE might be required for manual handling tasks on a construction site?
Answer: Safety boots with steel toe caps, gloves, and high-visibility clothing
Manual handling on construction sites typically requires safety boots (protecting feet from dropped loads), appropriate gloves (improving grip and protecting hands), and high-visibility clothing (ensuring the handler is seen by plant operators).
What is the significance of the 'Individual' factor in a TILE assessment?
Answer: It considers the worker's capability, health conditions, pregnancy, age, and training level
The Individual factor considers the worker's physical capability, any pre-existing health conditions, pregnancy, age, strength, fitness, and level of training. A task safe for one person may be hazardous for another.
What is the correct procedure for a team lift?
Answer: One person takes charge, gives clear commands, and all team members lift and lower together
In a team lift, one person must take charge and coordinate the lift. Clear verbal commands ensure all team members lift, carry, and lower the load together. Team members should be of similar height and capability where possible.
Why is twisting while lifting particularly dangerous?
Answer: It places asymmetric loads on the spinal discs, increasing the risk of disc herniation
Twisting while lifting places asymmetric, shearing forces on the intervertebral discs of the spine, significantly increasing the risk of disc herniation (slipped disc) and other spinal injuries. The feet should be moved instead of twisting.
What is the employer's duty regarding manual handling training under UK regulations?
Answer: Employers must provide appropriate training and information on manual handling risks and safe techniques
Under the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 and HSWA 1974, employers must provide adequate training and information to employees who carry out manual handling tasks, including proper techniques and awareness of risks.