NEBOSH Musculoskeletal Hazards 3

Question 1

What does the 'Environment' factor in a TILE assessment specifically consider?

Accepted Answer

Space constraints, floor conditions, lighting, temperature, and weather at the handling location

Answer

The Environment factor in TILE covers the physical conditions where manual handling takes place — including available space, floor surface and levels, lighting adequacy, temperature extremes, wind (for outdoor work), and any other environmental conditions that could increase risk.

Question 2

The HSE guideline filter figures for manual handling suggest a maximum weight of 25 kg for a man lifting at what position?

Accepted Answer

Close to the body at waist height

Answer

The HSE guideline figures indicate that for a man, the maximum recommended weight is 25 kg when lifted close to the body at elbow/waist height. This is the optimum lifting zone. Weights reduce significantly as the load moves further from the body or higher/lower than waist height.

Question 3

Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by compression of which nerve?

Accepted Answer

The median nerve at the wrist

Answer

Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve is compressed as it passes through the carpal tunnel in the wrist. Repetitive wrist movements, vibration, and forceful gripping can cause swelling of tendons in the tunnel, putting pressure on the nerve and causing numbness, tingling and pain.

Question 4

Which type of mechanical handling equipment would be most suitable for lifting loads vertically between floors in a building?

Accepted Answer

A goods lift or crane

Answer

A goods lift or crane is designed for vertical lifting of loads between different levels. Pallet trucks and trolleys are for horizontal movement, while conveyors are typically for continuous horizontal or inclined transport of items.

Question 5

Under the DSE Regulations, who qualifies as a 'user' of display screen equipment?

Accepted Answer

An employee who habitually uses DSE as a significant part of their normal work

Answer

The DSE Regulations define a 'user' as an employee who habitually uses display screen equipment as a significant part of their normal work. The HSE provides guidance factors including daily usage duration, dependency on DSE to do the job, and limited discretion over use.

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NEBOSH Musculoskeletal Hazards 3