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Manual & Mechanical Handling.

NOTE: complete this question sheet and keep it in section 3 of your portfolio – Health &
safety. You can then reference answers in unit 001 to these sheets.

1. Explain SWL and its importance when using mechanical handling equipment.

2. You must avoid manual handling if there is a risk of:

3. List 4 types of load attachments and their use:

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4. Why is the centre of gravity important when slinging loads? Explain and use at least
1 diagram/sketch.

5. At what stage must you ask for help when manual handling, what help should you ask
for?

6. Which part of the body takes the load when lifting from the floor?

7. Which part of the body can be easily damaged if you lift incorrectly or lift too
heavy a load?

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8. Why is teamwork important when lifting loads, is a team leader necessary, what is
the team leaders function?

9/10) Complete the following:

Lifting & Carrying checklist:

Mechanical handling checklist:

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