Manual Handling training for worker work on site and inside the store. For power point slides please email me on dawoodibrar@hotmail.com

1. EPC of JIC Cooling Plant 098-C58
Azmeel EH&S Department
TRAINING
MANUAL HANDLING
Presented by:
Dawood
Akbar

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COURSECOURSE AIMSAIMS
ToTo impartimpart thethe necessarynecessary knowledgeknowledge andand skillsskills
requiredrequired byby personspersons whowho areare requiredrequired toto carrycarry
outout manualmanual handlinghandling riskrisk assessmentsassessments oror areare
requiredrequired toto movemove loadsloads byby manualmanual effort,effort, soso asas toto
ensureensure thatthat goodgood safesafe liftinglifting techniquestechniques areare
adoptedadopted andand maintainedmaintained..
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SitesSites ofof InjuriesInjuries CausedCaused byby ManualManual HandlingHandling
BackBack 4545%%
Finger/ThumbFinger/Thumb 1616%%
ArmsArms 1313%%
LowerLower limbslimbs 99%%
RestRest ofof torsotorso 88%%
HandsHands 66%%
OtherOther 33%%
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The Spinal Column and it’s DivisionsThe Spinal Column and it’s Divisions
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The Spinal Column and it’s DivisionsThe Spinal Column and it’s Divisions
The Spines 3 main functions are:The Spines 3 main functions are:
1.1. To allow movement.To allow movement.
2.2. To support the upper body.To support the upper body.
3.3. To protect the spinal cord.To protect the spinal cord.
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7 Cervical (neck)
Vertebrae
12 Thoracic (middle back)
Vertebrae
5 Lumbar (low back)
Vertebrae
Sacrum (fused vertebrae
Coccyx (tailbone)
Discs
Spinal Canal
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Manual HandlingManual Handling
ManualManual handlinghandling isis defineddefined asas thethe transportingtransporting oror
supportingsupporting ofof aa loadload byby handshands oror bodilybodily forceforce..
These includes:These includes:
•• CarryingCarrying
•• Putting downPutting down
•• PushingPushing
•• PullingPulling
•• MovingMoving
•• LiftingLifting
•• SupportingSupporting
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Causes of back problemsCauses of back problems
OverweightOverweight
Can put extra stress on musclesCan put extra stress on muscles
Out of shapeOut of shape
Weak muscles can’t do supporting jobWeak muscles can’t do supporting job
Poor posturePoor posture
Puts unnecessary pressure and curvature on the backPuts unnecessary pressure and curvature on the back
Muscle fatigue and strainMuscle fatigue and strain
Fractured vertebraFractured vertebra
May injure spinal cord and cause paralysisMay injure spinal cord and cause paralysis
Ruptured or “slipped” discRuptured or “slipped” disc
Presses on spinal nerves and causes pain in backPresses on spinal nerves and causes pain in back
and legsand legs
DiseasesDiseases
ArthritisArthritis
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Types of Injuries:Types of Injuries:
1. Ligaments1. Ligaments
2. Muscles & tendons2. Muscles & tendons
3. Nerves3. Nerves
4. Fractures4. Fractures
5. Cuts from sharp edges5. Cuts from sharp edges
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The Forces InvolvedThe Forces Involved
If the fulcrum is in the centre, it
only requires the force, equal to the
weight of the object to enable the
object to be moved
If you shift the fulcrum to one side, it
takes much more force to lift the
same object.
Your waist acts like the fulcrum in a
lever system, on a 10:1 ratio.
Lifting a ten pound object puts 100
pounds of pressure on your lower
back.
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The ForcesThe Forces
InvolvedInvolved
When you add in the 105
pounds of the average
human upper torso, you
see that lifting a ten
pound object actually
puts 1,150 pounds of
pressure on the lower
back.
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Good Handling Technique for LiftingGood Handling Technique for Lifting
Remember: Bend your knees and Lift with ease!
Think before lifting/handling.Think before lifting/handling.
• Can handling aids be used?
• Where is the load going to be placed?
• Will help be needed with the load?
• Remove obstructions such as discarded
wrapping materials
• For a long lift, consider resting the
load midway on a table or bench to
change grip.
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Adopt a stable positionAdopt a stable position. The feet should be
apart with one leg slightly forward to maintain
balance (alongside the load, if it is on the
ground). The worker should be prepared to
move their feet during the lift to maintain their
stability. Avoid tight clothing or unsuitable
footwear, which may make this difficult.
Get a good hold.Get a good hold. Where possible the load
should be hugged as close as possible to the
body. This may be better than gripping it
tightly with hands only.
Start in a good posture.Start in a good posture. At the start of the
lift, slight bending of the back, hips and
knees is preferable to fully flexing the back
(stooping) or fully flexing the hips and knees
(squatting).
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Keep the load close to the waist.Keep the load close to the waist. Keep
the load close to the body for as long as
possible while lifting. Keep the heaviest side
of the load next to the body. If a close
approach to the load is not possible, try to
slide it towards the body before attempting
to lift it.
Avoid twisting the back or leaning sidewaysAvoid twisting the back or leaning sideways,
especially while the back is bent. Shoulders should
be kept level and facing in the same direction as the
hips. Turning by moving the feet is better than
twisting and lifting at the same time.
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Keep the head up when handling.Keep the head up when handling. Look
ahead, not down at the load, once it has
been held securely.
Move smoothly. The load should not be
jerked or snatched as this can make it
harder to keep control and can increase the
risk of injury.
Don’t lift or handle more than can be easily be
managed
There is a difference between what
people think they can lift and what they
can safely lift. If in doubt, get help.
Put down, then adjust. If precise
positioning of the load is necessary, put
it down first, then slide it into the
desired position.
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Assess
TASK:TASK:
Posture
Frequency
Duration
Intensity
Pacing
Team Handling
Rewards
PRINCIPLES OF SAFE HANDLING
INDIVIDUAL:INDIVIDUAL:
Strength
Height
Pregnancy
Health
Training
Experience
Gender
Age
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LOAD:LOAD:
Weight
Shape
Size
Handles
Packaging
Stability
Contents
ENVIRONMENT:ENVIRONMENT:
Space constraints
Floor condition and
levels
Temperature
Humidity
Ventilation
Lighting
Noise
PRINCIPLES OF SAFE HANDLING
Assess
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Plan the Task:Plan the Task:
Consider the most appropriate postures.
Is there mechanical equipment available?
Is there anybody that can help?
Is PPE being worn correctly?
Plan the Route:Plan the Route:
Consider start and end points.
Are there doors or steps on the route?
Any obstructions to be cleared?
Are there vehicles or other persons to be aware
of?
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PRINCIPLES OF SAFE HANDLING
LOADLOAD
• Can the load be split?
• Make the load stable.
• Pack shifting contents tightly.
• Evenly distribute contents.
• Keep the centre of gravity of the load close to
you
• Cover sharp abrasive edges.
YOURSELF
• Get a good grip of the load.
• Use PPE when necessary.
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PRINCIPLES OF SAFE HANDLING
AREAAREA
• Clear area of obstacles.
• Warn people.
• Check destination.
• Ensure good lighting.
• Check housekeeping
Prepare:
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PRINCIPLES OF SAFE HANDLING
Perform:
• Apply principles of biomechanics to reduce
the
loading on the spine
• Keep a wide base of support.
• Maintain the lumbar curve (low back) as much
as possible.
• Brace yourself
• Get a good grip.
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PRINCIPLES OF SAFE HANDLING
Perform: cont’dPerform: cont’d
• Position feet in direction of travel.
• Use smooth controlled movements.
• Use friction to minimise force.
• Try to avoid twisting and stooping.
• Use team lifting where appropriate.
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Safe Lifting Rules:Safe Lifting Rules:-- bend your knees and lift withbend your knees and lift with
ease!ease!
• Stand close to the object--have a firm footing
• Keep the back straight while bending the knees
• Grasp the object firmly
• Lift with the leg muscles
• Slowly straighten legs and bring back to vertical
position
• Hold object firmly close to the body while moving
• Use same motions to set object down
• Avoid sudden, jerky motions
• Turn with feet instead of back
• Do not extend arms too far away from the body to set
object down
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Safe Lifting Rules:- bend your knees and lift with ease!
Use Your Head Before You Use Your BackUse Your Head Before You Use Your Back
• Examine an object for best way to hold it
• Check for sharp edges, grease, moisture
• Clear path of obstructions & trip hazards
• Know where and how to deposit object
• If in doubt--get help!
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Special Precautions:Special Precautions:
Overhead Lifting
• Keep firm footing
• Get a ladder or platform
• Get help!
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Heavy objects
• Use more than one person
• Break down object into smaller loads
• Use moving & lifting tools
Hand trucks
Hoists
Dollies
Conveyors
Electric or hand-powered hoist;
Lift truck.
Special Precautions:Special Precautions:
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TEAM LIFTING means:
1. COMMUNICATION1. COMMUNICATION 2. COOPERATION2. COOPERATION 3. COORDINATION3. COORDINATION
Team Lifting AdvantagesTeam Lifting Advantages
• Reduces strain on each individual
• Requires no costly equipment
• Increases the control over awkward loads
Team Lifting DisadvantagesTeam Lifting Disadvantages
• Can only be used with moderately increased weights ( 2/3
combined capacities )
• Communication and coordination are sometimes confused
• Requires training and commitment
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TEAM LIFTING (con’d)
Team Lifting ConsiderationsTeam Lifting Considerations
• Similar size and capabilities?
• Your left or my left?
• Facing each other?
• Is the leader going backwards?
• One, two, three - lift!
• In step or break step?
• Uphill or downhill?
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 Risk AssessmentRisk Assessment
TASK HAZARDS CONTROLMEASURES
PRE-TASK
PLANNING
LOAD – HEAVY / BULKY
LOAD TO BE MARKED WITH WEIGHT; WORKERS TO ONLY LIFT UP TO A
MAXIMUMWEIGHT (25kg);REDUCE SIZE OF LOAD IF POSSIBLE
LOAD – DIFFICULT TO HANDLE LOAD TO BE FITTED WITH LIFTING POINTS
LOAD – SHARP / HOT PPE (GLOVES) TO BE USED
LOAD – LIQUID / ALIVE LOAD TO BE CONTROLLED
ENVIRONMENT – SLIPS, TRIPS & FALLS HOUSEKEEPING; FIRM, LEVEL EVEN FLOORS
ENVIRONMENT – POOR LIGHTING SUFFICIENT LIGHTING TO BE PROVIDED
ENVIRONMENT – LIMITED SPACE, POOR
LAYOUT
PROVIDE ADEQUATE WORKING SPACE
PRE-TASK
BRIEFING
WORK TASK PRE-TASK BRIEFING
WORK INDIVIDUAL- CAPABILITY
INDIVIDUALS WITH HEALTH PROBLEMS NOT TO BE USED; ALL EMPLOYEES TO
RECEIVE TRAINING
WORK TASK – TWISTING / STOOPING ADEQUATE MHO TRAINING TO BE PROVIDED
WORK TASK – LONG CARRY DISTANCES MATERIAL HANDLING EQUIPMENT TO BE USED
WORK
TASK – LARGE VERTICAL DISTANCES; REACHING
UPWARDS
NO MATERIALS TO BE STORED ABOVE HEAD HEIGHT; LADDERS USED WHERE
INPRACTICABLE
WORK TASK – PUSHING/PULLING MATERIAL HANDLING EQUIPMENT TO BE USED
WORK TASK – REPETITIVE HANDLING ADEQUATE INDIVIDUAL TASK ROTATION
WORK
TASK – WORK IMPOSED BY PROCESS;
INSUFFICIENTREST BREAKS
ADEQUATE REST BREAKS TO BE TAKEN

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