Legislation for safe handling of materials and equipment

What is the primary function of the musculoskeletal system in the human body?

• To provide energy

• To provide shape, movement, and stability

• To regulate temperature

• To digest food

Which of the following is considered a lifting aid?

• A screwdriver

• A wheelbarrow

• A hammer

• A ladder

What does the term "manual handling" refer to?

• The use of machinery to move objects

• The physical act of pushing, pulling, lifting, carrying, or lowering objects

• The process of manufacturing goods

• The act of writing by hand

What are musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs)?

• Disorders related to the digestive system

• Injuries that occur to the arms, legs, and joints

• Diseases affecting the respiratory system

• Skin conditions

According to the Manual Handling at Work Regulations, what must be done if a manual handling task cannot be avoided?

• Ignore the task

• Carry out a suitable risk assessment

• Use only manual labour

• Increase the workforce

Which of the following should be considered in a manual handling assessment?

• The colour of the object

• The task, individual, load, and environment

• The brand of the equipment

• The time of day

What is the centre of gravity?

• The point where an object is heaviest

• The point where the weight of an object is evenly distributed

• The topmost point of an object

• The bottommost point of an object

Which regulation controls the use of lifting equipment such as forklifts?

• Health and Safety at Work Act

• Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER)

• Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)

• Data Protection Act

What must be done if defects are found in lifting equipment?

• Ignore them

• Record and report them to the person responsible for the equipment

• Use the equipment until it breaks

• Fix them without reporting

What is the purpose of the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER)?

• To regulate food safety

• To ensure the safe use of work equipment

• To manage employee salaries

• To control noise levels in the workplace