Safety briefing - manual handling

This briefing addresses the key risks and control measures needed when managing manual handling in the workplace. 

What’s covered?

The aim of this Safety Briefing - Manual Handling is to ensure that all staff are fully aware of the potential risks, what can happen if manual handling is not carried out properly and what they should do to minimise the chances of an accident.

Hazards and risks

The briefing identifies the hazards and risks including loads being too heavy, bulky or awkward for personal capabilities, or there being a lack of space.

Management

Control measures include completing a risk assessment, providing staff with appropriate training and organising manual handling tasks in a safe way.

Key points

Attendees must take note of the following key points:

• “Ensure that a risk assessment has been provided for all manual handling tasks.
• Design and organise tasks to avoid manual handling.
• Ensure that staff have the relevant training in manual handling.
• Provide lifting aids where possible and ensure that they are well maintained.
• Ensure that safety boots, gloves etc. are worn during manual handling operations.”