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Toolbox Talk: Manual Handling

Toolbox Talk: Manual Handling. Somerset College Safety, Health and Environment. What is Manual Handling?. Moving a load by hand or bodily force: Lifting Putting down Pushing Pulling Carrying. Three things to always remember!. 1 - Always use mechanical methods if possible e.g.

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Toolbox Talk: Manual Handling

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  1. Toolbox Talk: Manual Handling Somerset College Safety, Health and Environment

  2. What is Manual Handling? • Moving a load by hand or bodily force: • Lifting • Putting down • Pushing • Pulling • Carrying

  3. Three things to always remember! 1 - Always use mechanical methods if possible e.g. • Forklifts • Levers • Trolleys

  4. Three things to always remember! 2 - Know what YOU can handle! • Check the weight before you lift • Ask for assistance if you need it • Carry out a check: rock the load from side to side, then try lifting a small amount

  5. Three things to always remember! 3 - Look around you • Is there good lighting? • Are there obstacles in your path (steps, changes in levels, floors) • Weather – rain, wind, heat

  6. When asking for help – work together!

  7. Remember not to:

  8. The six steps to Manual Handling • 1. Stop & think

  9. The six steps to Manual Handling • 2. Position your feet

  10. The six steps to Manual Handling • 3. Keep your back straight and bend Knees

  11. The six steps to Manual Handling • 4. Get a firm grip – use your whole hand

  12. The six steps to Manual Handling • 5. Raise the load smoothly Straighten your knees to stand up Use your leg muscles Keep the load close to your body

  13. The six steps to Manual Handling • 6. Carry the load close to your body Keep your head up Make sure you have a clear view of where you are going.

  14. Use the RIGHT tools for the jobCheck for obstaclesStop and THINK!

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