Manual Handling

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Safe Manual Handling

  • 40% of accidents at work occur due to incorrect manual handling.
  • It is vital to be able to lift and carry objects safely.
  • If the item is heavy then get someone else to help you, allocate one person to call the signals.
  • Check to see if there is a trolley to move the item on.  If you use a trolley, lean in the direction you are pushing or pulling.
  • Sometimes specialist equipment is required.
  • Check the path for obstacles.
  • Bend with your knees and keep your back straight.
  • Don’t twist as you pick the item up.
  • Keep the object close to you.
  • Take your time.

If you are injured at work you must inform the manager and fill out the accident book on site.

Regency Recruitment must be informed of any accidents.

Health & Safety Policy

Statement

  • Regency Recruitment understands and accepts its responsibilities as an employer to provide a safe and healthy workplace and working environment for its employees.
  • Regency Recruitment cannot accept responsibility for the Health and Safety of temporary workers whilst travelling to and from and working on customers’ premises.
  • All customers are advised in writing by Regency Recruitment in the form of a confirmation of order that the Health and Safety of temporary workers is their responsibility.
  • Regency Recruitment will conduct its activities within the framework of all relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

Everyone:-

  • Must have due regard for their own health and safety and for others who may be affected by their acts or omissions.
  • Should use or follow agreed safety procedures as instructed/displayed on site.
  • Should report all accidents, injuries, dangerous occurrences or hazards to their Supervisor and to Regency Recruitment.
  • Must not misuse or interfere with health and safety equipment.

Quiz - Manual Handling, Health & Safety

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Please answer each question by ticking true or false

Before moving an object, you should examine it*
Once you’ve reached your destination, you can just drop the load*
You should look round the side of a load that’s too high to see over*
When moving a load, you should keep it close to your body*
Once you’ve been trained, you can go back to your own way of handling loads*
People who are out of shape can be especially at risk of back injuries*
With team lifts, one person should call the signals*
Wearing the right equipment can help prevent injuries*
If you’re using a trolley, you should lean in the direction you’re pushing or pulling*
Bend your back and not your knees for a good lift*

Health & Safety Declaration

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Contact us

Contact Clare Edwards for Availability & Bookings Contact Iona Hopkins for Timesheets & Payroll 

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