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Ensure safety with a manual handling risk assessment template

Audit

General Information

Task Description
Are there indications that the task is high risk?
Select appropriate response
Kindly specify

Load weight and lift/carry frequency

Risk Rating
Note the weight of the load and the repetition rate of the lifting operation.
Lift
Carry

Hand distance from the lower back

Observe the task and examine the horizontal distance between the operative's hands and their lower back.
Lift
Carry

Vertical lift region

Observe the position of the operative’s hands at the start of the lift and as the lift progresses.
Lift

Trunk twisting/sideways bending

Observe the operative's trunk as the load is lifted.
Lift

Asymmetrical trunk/load

Load and hands are symmetrical in front of the trunk.
Carry

Postural constraints

The movements of the operative are unhindered.
Lift
Carry

Grip on the load

• Containers with well-designed handles or handholds, fit for purpose • Loose parts enabling comfortable grip
Lift
Carry

Floor surface

Dry and clean floor in good condition
Lift
Carry

Other environmental factors

Observe the work environment and the lifting operation that takes place: in extremes of temperature; with strong air movements; or in extreme lighting conditions (dark, bright or poor contrast).
Lift
Carry

Carry distance

Observe the task and estimate the total distance that the load is carried.
Carry

Obstacles en route

Observe the route
Carry

Completion

Recommendations
Inspector's Full Name and Signature
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