6072-51 LO2 Manual Handling

What is an employee's responsibility regarding manual handling under current legislation and official guidance?

• To report any hazardous manual handling tasks to the supervisor or manager.

• To replace manual handling with mechanical lifting equipment, regardless of the load's weight.

• To undergo regular medical examinations to assess physical fitness for manual handling.

• To delegate manual handling tasks to co-workers, reducing personal risk.

What forms part of the correct procedure for safe manual lifting in accordance with Health and Safety Executive guidance?

• Lifting whilst standing on uneven ground or a slope.

• Using proper lifting techniques, such as bending the knees and keeping the back straight.

• Take the longest route to avoid obstacles.

• Twist the body in the direction you want to move the object using both hands.

What is the most important reason for using safety equipment when handling materials on construction sites?

• To avoid additional workload associated with manual handling.

• To comply with the company policy on uniforms and PPE.

• To reduce the chance of an accident or injury occurring.

• To enhance the company's professional reputation.

Which of the following is an aid that can assist with manual handling in construction environements?

• Ladder Platform.

• Safety harness.

• Tool lanyard.

• Pallet truck.

Which mechanical lifting aid can assist with manual handling?

• Holdall.

• Roustabout.

• Metal toolbox.

• Builder's bucket

What manual handling aid should be used to move a large pile of loose materials from one area of a site to another?

• Wheelbarrow.

• Shovel.

• Lifting sling.

• Builder's bucket.

What type of lifting aid is shown in Figure 1?

• Vacuum lifter.

• Kerb lifter.

• Pallet truck.

• Lifting sling.

What risk could be caused by incorrect manual handling techniques?

• Respiratory illness.

• Contact dermatitis.

• Musculoskeletal problems.

• Hearing loss.

What is the main reason for ensuring safe manual handling in a construction workplace?

• To encourage greater productivity.

• To minimise allergic reactions.

• To increase the physical strength of employees.

• To prevent musculoskeletal injuries.