Manual Handling Quiz

Which of the following is NOT classified as manual handling?

• Pulling

• Lifting

• Throwing

• Pushing

When carrying a load that is heavier on one side, you must keep the load as close to your waist as possible and _____

• Even the weight by stacking a smaller load on the lighter side

• Keep the heaviest side of the load closest to your body

• Rotate the load to swap the pressure from each arm

• Keep the heaviest side of the load away from your body

The first step to be taken when lifting is...

• Attempt to lift the load to see if you will need a second person

• Keep feet shoulder-width apart with one leg slightly ahead

• Get a firm hold on the object, and bend from the knees and hips

• Think about where the load is being moved to, assess the task in hand

Manual handling accidents account for approximately how much of the UK’s reported workplace accidents?

• 1/3

• 3/4

• 1/2

• 1/4

When pushing or pulling, the handle of your aid should be between waist height and ___

• Chin Height

• Shoulder height

• Chest Height

• Hip height

When lifting and carrying a load you must NOT do the following.

• Bend from the knees and hips

• Keep the load close to your body

• Bend with your back

• Keep your feet shoulder-width apart

Moving a load over a flat surface requires a force that is __% of the load's weight.

• 3%

• 2%

• 4%

• 5%

If a surface is uneven, you will want to increase this force to __%.

• 5%

• 15%

• 10%

• 12%

When should you always ask for help when pushing or pulling?

• When you are unsure on the destination you should be taking the load

• When travelling up slopes & ramps

• When on an uneven surface

• When your aid’s handle isn’t the correct height

Why is pushing optimal rather than pulling?

• Easier to control the aid

• Reduces the chance of injury

• The load will feel less heavy

• You’ll have better site of your direction