Hazard 25: Manual Handling and Lifting

The Legislation

The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974

The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992

The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998

The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences

Regulations 1995 (RIDDOR)

The Risks

  • back strain

  • repetitive strain injury

  • slips, trips, falls

Those most at Risk

Camera crew, cleaners, costumers, hairdressers, hire staff, riggers, grips, lighting crew, make-up artists, repair staff, scenery staff, stores staff.

The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 affect anyone involved in carrying or lifting. Handling and lifting injuries account for over a quarter of all reported accidents. These are estimated to cost industry £1.26 ...

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