Manual Handling Quiz

What is the name of the regulations that deal directly with Manual Handling?

• The Health and safety at work act

• The Management of Health and safety at work regulations

• The Manual Handling Operation Regulations

• The Display Screen Equipment Regulations

Which of the following is considered manual handling?

• Lifting & Lowering

• Holding & Carrying

• Pushing & Pulling

• All of the above

What area of the body is injured the most in manual handling accidents?

• Leg

• Hand

• Back

• Shoulder

Which of these is a function of the spine?

• Supports the upper body

• Supports the lower body

• Protects the lungs

• Sees obstacles

What are the small bones on the spine called?

• Ribs

• Vertebrae

• Tibia

• Radius

Which of these are not a cause of Back Pain?

• Working in a bent or stooped position

• Twisting while carrying a load

• Over-reaching

• Keeping the load close to the body during lifting

What is the maximum weight limit for a female lifting at shoulder height with a fully extended arm?

• 3kg

• 7kg

• 10kg

• 13kg

What is the maximum weight limit for a male lifting from mid lower leg height with a fully extended arm?

• 5kg

• 10kg

• 25kg

• 15kg

What is the maximum distance a load should be carried without resting?

• 15 metre

• 10 metre

• 5 metre

• 1 metre

Which direction should the feet be during a safe lifting operation?

• The direction of travel

• 90° to direction of travel

• 45° to direction of travel

• 180° to direction of travel