Manual handling operations Flashcards
If there is a risk of injury from lifting loads what should you think about first
A: whether the load needs to be lifted at all
B: What the weight of the load is
C: where to hold the load when lifting
D: how to lift the load
Right answer: A
If possible it is best aviod the risk from lifting altogether. This is preferred requirement laid down in the manual handling operations regulations 1992
Before performing manual lifting what is the first think you should do?
A: Check the headroom
B: weigh the article
C: Assess the whole task
D: kick it to see if is stable
Right answer: C
if you assess the whole task first you will have to clear idea of possible hazards and how to overcome them before lifting
Which is the part of your body MOST LIKELY to be injured during a manual handling activity which involves moving a heavy load?
A: Knees
B: forearms
C: Chest
D: back
Right answer: D
HSE statistics show that most manual handling injuries are to the back.
What should you do if your supervisor ask you to move something that you find is to heavy to lift?
A: Give it a try using a correct lifting methods
B: Ask your mates to assist in the lift
C: inform your supervisor that it is too heavy
D: get a forklift truck or lifting tackle
Right Answer: C
The HSE advises employees to inform the employer if they identify hazardous handling activities
What would you NOT consider in making a judgement of the risks from a load?
A: Its size and condition
B: Its colour
C: Its weight
D: Its centre of gravity
Right answer B:
A, C and D and all affect the difficulty of lifting an object
When moving a load fitted with wheels which of the following is generally true?
A: Pushing and pulling are equally risky
B: Pulling is preferable to pushing
C: Pushing is preferable to pulling
D: It is safer to pick it up and carry it
Right answer: C
The operator should try to push rather than pull when moving a load, provided they can see over it and control steering and stopping.
A manual handling operation is defined as which one of the following?
A: Automated effort
B: Human effort
C: mechanised and human effort
D: Mechanised effort
Right Answer: B
Manual handling covers effort only
What is the maximum weight that an individual may lift?
A: The weight they can lift comfortably
B: Whatever the supervisor Instructs
C: 35KG provided that it has no sharp edges
D: 15kg provided that it is a compact load
Right answer: A
There are no strict weight limits - the priority is to avoid injury.
What is the most common type of injury resulting from lifting loads from the floor?
A: Vibration white finger
B: Grazes to the knees
C: head Injuries
D: Back injuries
Right answer: D
As shown by HSE statistics
Where a load has to be lifted manually what is the employer required to do by law?
A: Calculate the cost of the exercise
B: Determine the number of people required
C: Assess the risk of the task
D: Assess the time the job will take
Right answer: C
This is a specific requirement of the manual handling Operations regulations 1992.
Which of the following is advisable when lifting a load manually?
A: Keep legs straight, bend back, use power of legs
B: Bend the knees, keep the back straight, user power back
C: Bend the knees, keep the back as straight as possible use power of legs.
D: Keep legs and back straight use power of legs
Right answer: C
Stooping can increase the stress on the lower back. However, stooping slightly ay be preferable to adopting a squatting posture, which can place excessive loads on knees and hips
In manual handling, which of the following general statements is true?
A: You should keep. your back ben when lifting
B: anyone can carry any loadas long as they are strong enough
C: large loads should be broken down into smaller loads where possible,
D: loads should be held at arms length while carrying
Right Answer: C
This is recommendation in HSE guidance (INDG143)
What is the recommended limit for a compact load that can be safely carried by fit, male worker?
A: 50kg
B: 40KG
C: 20KG
D:25KG
Right answer: D
This figure is in HSE guidance and relates to lifting and lowering at elbow height
Where there has been a major change manual handling operation, what should the employer do?
A: Monitor the operation being undetaken
B: Review the number of people involved
C: Review the original risk assessment
D: Monitor the cost of change
Right answer: C
This is a specific requirement of manual handling operations regulations 1992
What should be the first consideration when you are about to lift a load on your own?
A: assess whether it safe to life it on your own
B: Ensure you wear appropriate PPE
C: wear gloves and grip properly
D: ensure you lift with a bent back
Right Answer: A
Employees should assess whether there is a risk of injury before lifting. If they are not sure they should seek advice from their supervisor.
