Manual Handling
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1. Define Manual Handling: (1)
2. What is the basic rule of Manual Handling? (1)
3. What do you do if you cannot avoid it: (1)
4. Name four actions that are defined as Manual Handling: (4)
5. Which part of your body is most susceptible to injury during Manual Handling Operations? (1)
6. What are the individual bones in the spine called, what separates them and acts as cushions between them and
what does the spinal column protect? (3)
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7. Name three typical mechanical handling aids. (3)
8. Where would you find an example of an assessment checklist? (1)
9. What are the four main areas to be considered when conducting a risk assessment? (4)
10. What factors regarding the TASK can affect a person’s ability to handle the load? (8)
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11. What characteristics can make the load difficult to handle? (4)
12. Name two environmental conditions that can increase risk of injury. (2)
13. Name four things you have to consider when assessing an individual’s capability to handle a load (4)
14. What is the furthest you should carry a load before resting? (1)
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15. Name the basic Manual Handling Techniques to employ to reduce the possibility of injury? (6)
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