Manual Handling Essentials Booklet

Poor manual handling causes the greatest amount of injuries at work in the UK. It is known that 70% of the population have suffered, or are still suffering from back problems by the time they retire.

Most people will perform some sort of manual handling task everyday at work or at home. The objective of this booklet is to help people understand all they can do to reduce the possibility of back injury.

Features

  • Easy to read full colour A5 booklet
  • Contains essential information on: how to lift safely; task assessment advice; manual handling legislation
  • Includes a self risk assessment, questionnaire and certificate

Who is it for?

  • Everyone involved with manual handling

Benefits

  • Helps staff understand how to look after their upper body and back when manual handling and lifting
  • Prevents short and long term injury to staff
  • Helps employers and employees comply with manual handling legislation

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