Safe Moving & Handling

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Which part of your body may be affected by injuries sustained through manual handling? Ankles Neck Any part of your body Back

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Whilst handling a heavy load across site, you unexpectedly came across a staircase. What has gone wrong? You are entitled to compensation The safe system of work did not clearly account for and communicate all hazards on your route Nothing, you are expected to naviagte on your route You did not ask the right questions before briefing

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What should you do with your spine when manually handling? Try to keep it naturally curved to avoid strain Keep it as straight as possible for balance Keep it bent so the load remains near the floor Keep it slightly twisted to evenly distribute the load

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You are carrying an item that is weighted more heavily on one side. How should you carry it? Cradle one arm over the item Keep the heavy side facing you Keep the heavy side facing away from you Rock it back and forth to alternate where the pressure falls

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Why is safe handling in the workplace so important? It helps reduce damage to materials It helps improve on-site efficiency It helps reduce the risk of injury for workers It helps employees work faster

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You are storing a heavy load in an empty shelving unit. Which height should you store at? Shoulder Height Floor Level Knee Height Waist Height

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Which of the following is advisable when lifting a heavy item? Your arms and biceps should be doing most of the work Your back should be doing most of the work Your legs and thighs should be doing most of the work

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What is ONE thing you can do outside work to help protect yourself from manual handling injuries? Work on cultivating good posture Wear a neck brace Have a carbohydrate-rich diet Sleep on your side

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You need to pick one other person to help you lift a heavy item. Who would be a good choice? Someone of similar age Someone stronger than you Someone of a similar build and stature Somone who is available to help

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You sustained a neck sprain playing sports outside of work. Now you have been asked to help unload a vehicle. What should you do? Inform your supervisor of the injury Nothing – Unloading puts strain on your back not your neck Continue with the task Wear a neck brace and start work

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