Manual handling

Instructions:

For the five questions:

• choose the correct answer
• write down your answer.

1. Which of the following are considered examples of manual handling?

1. Working on a low work bench.
2. Lifting a heavy toolbox.
3. Working in one spot in an uncomfortable position for too long.
4. All of the above.

2. To correctly lift an object you should keep the object:

1. close to your body
2. a distance away from your body
3. above your head
4. at knee height.

3. When an object to be moved can be slid, it is best to:

1. pull the object along
2. push the object along
3. lift the object up and carry it.

4. When lifting an object, which body muscles should do most of the work?

1. Back muscles.
2. Arm muscles (biceps).
3. Leg muscles.

5. When lowering an object to the ground you should:

1. bend your back
2. bend your knees
3. fully extend your arms
4. drop the object.

When you have finished:

• show your answers to your trainer
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