Manual handling quiz

What is one of the considerations before lifting an item according to the COSHH procedure?

• Is the item colorful?

• Can the load be lifted safely without exceeding the maximum load?

• Is the item expensive?

• Does the item have a warranty?

Why might a mechanical aid be used in manual handling?

• To increase the speed of lifting

• To eliminate the risk of injury

• To make the item look better

• To reduce the cost of handling

What should be checked about the route before lifting an item?

• If the route is scenic

• If the route is clear of obstructions

• If the route is short

• If the route is well-lit

What documentation should be reviewed before lifting an item?

• Warranty documentation

• Risk assessment documentation

• Financial documentation

• Historical documentation

Which regulation covers plumbing activities that use mechanical lifting equipment?

• Health and Safety at Work Act 1974

• Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998

• Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992

• Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002

What should you do if an item is too heavy or unstable to lift manually?

• Attempt to lift it with more people

• Use a mechanical lifting aid

• Leave it where it is

• Call for emergency services

When lifting an object as a team, what is important about the team members?

• They should be of different heights and strengths

• They should be similar in height and strength

• They should be the same age

• They should have the same job title

Based on the diagram, what is the maximum weight a woman can lift at shoulder height?

• 3 kg

• 7 kg

• 10 kg

• 13 kg

According to the diagram, what is the maximum weight a man can lift at knuckle height?

• 10 kg

• 15 kg

• 20 kg

• 25 kg

In the diagram, what is the maximum weight a man can lift at mid lower leg height?

• 5 kg

• 10 kg

• 15 kg

• 20 kg