manual handling operations regulations

Question 1

key aspects

Answer 1

-reduces hazardous manual handling

-training, info, supervision

-risk assessments

-equipment to reduce manual handling

Question 2

advantages

Answer 2

-reduces risk of injuries eg back injury

-reduces need for staff to undertake manual handling

-staff trained on correct handling techniques

-staff feel more confident when handling, residents feel more secure when being handled

Question 3

drawbacks

Answer 3

-musculoskeletal injury if not followed

-injury to staff/residents if equipment not checked properly

-staff absences due to injuries from manual handling

Question 4

implementation (how to use it) in HSC setting

Answer 4

-workplace hazards + risk control policy
-manual handling policy

-use hoists when appropriate

-manual handling training

-manual handling equipment serviced regulary