Manual Handling Risk Assessment Template Page 2
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6Manual Handling Risk Assessment
10.
Having regard to the various heights of the employees concerned, are the
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Yes
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working heights involved inflexible?
11.
Is there inadequate clear space for moving legs and feet?
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Yes
[ ] No
12.
Do the different manual handling tasks performed by one person involve
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Yes
[ ] No
excessive movement?
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WORKING POSTURE AND POSITION
13.
Is the object presented to the employee in a position which makes it difficult
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Yes
[ ] No
to reach or grasp?
14.
When sitting is the task performed:
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Yes
[ ] No
a) Below elbow level or above chest height?
b) For prolonged periods?
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Yes
[ ] No
15.
When standing is the task performed:
a) Below waist level or above shoulder height?
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Yes
[ ] No
b) For prolonged periods?
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Yes
[ ] No
16.
Is the employee working:
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Yes
[ ] No
a) In an awkward position? (bent or cramped position)
b) For prolonged periods?
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Yes
[ ] No
17.
Does the employee maintain a fixed position when working?
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Yes
[ ] No
e.g. sitting at a keyboard
18.
Is a chair required for the task? If yes:
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Yes
[ ] No
a) Is the seat uncomfortable?
b) Is the seat height fixed?
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Yes
[ ] No
c) Is the back rest fixed?
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Yes
[ ] No
d) Is there insufficient leg room?
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Yes
[ ] No
19.
Does the employee stand to perform the job? If yes:
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Yes
[ ] No
a) Does the employee work without a footrest?
b) Is the floor surface unsafe? (i.e. wet, uneven)
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Yes
[ ] No
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WEIGHTS AND FORCES
20.
When sliding, pulling or pushing an object, is the object difficult to move?
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Yes
[ ] No
21.
If the task is performed whilst seated, does it involve lifts greater than 4.5 kg?
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Yes
[ ] No
22.
Is one-handed lifting/carrying of more than 4.5kg required?
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Yes
[ ] No
23.
Does the task involve an individual employee lifting, lowering or carrying
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Yes
[ ] No
loads exceeding 55kgs?
24.
Is the employee required to push/pull while seated without having good
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Yes
[ ] No
seating and solid foot support?
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