Are aware of the results of any job-based or manual handling risk assessments or working practices specific to their work, and that they comply with these.
Receive appropriate manual handling training identified as necessary within their job-based risk assessment (visit our Training Section).
Make full and proper use of appropriate equipment provided, in accordance with the instruction and training received (this equipment may include such equipment as hoists, flat bed trolleys, sack barrows etc.).
Check manual handling equipment before each use.
Do not lift anything which they perceive to be beyond their capabilities.
Inform their manager if they:
Require equipment to enable them to carry out manual handling.
Develop any health problems which may affect their ability to carry out manual handling tasks which are a part of their job.
Are pregnant and are involved with manual handling tasks.
Are carrying out a manual handling task which may pose a risk of injury, and which has not been risk assessed.
Are aware that equipment has become defective or unsuitable for the task.
