Moving and Handling

Question 1

What 3 laws are related to moving and handling and its aims

Answer 1

Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992
The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998

The aim is to protect employers, employees and the public.

Question 2

What is the Employer Responsibility

Answer 2

Avoid, Assess, Reduce, Review

Question 3

Employer responsibility

Avoid

Answer 3

Avoid moving and handling activities if there is a risk of injury.

Question 4

Employer responsibility

Assess

Answer 4

Assess moving and handling activities if they cannot be avoided.

Question 4

Employer responsibility

Reduce

Answer 4

Reduce the risk of injury to employees as far as reasonably practicable.

Question 5

Employer responsibility

Review

Answer 5

Review risk assessments regularly.

Question 6

What actions are required by the employer to promote a safer workplace?

Answer 6

Organisational policies and guidance
Specialist Roles (for example moving and handling advisors.)
Risk assessments
Training and guidance for employees
Specialist equipment which make M&H tasks easier
Support services e.g. occupational health

Question 7

Employee responsibilities

Answer 7

1)Follow Prescribed safe systems of work and training

2)Follow your organisation’s moving and handling policy.

3)Use equipment provided, following manufacturer’s guidance and your training. Don’t use it if you don’t know how to.

4)Do not misuse or interfere with equipment provided for your safety.

5)Don’t put yourself or others at risk with your actions or by NOT doing something you need to do. Report any concerns to your manager.

6)Check your equipment is safe to use before using it. Report any concerns and follow the advice given by your manager.