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Manual Operated Load Handling Equipment (Hazards associated with manually…
Manual Operated Load Handling Equipment
Examples of manually operated load handling equipment
Sack truck
Pallet truck
Conveyor belt
Shelf trolley
Hazards associated with manually operated load handling aids & equipment
Manual handling (associated with pushing or pulling the equipment
Instability of the load causing it to fall
Moving up/down or across slopes
Poor parking of truck causing obstruction
Pedestrian collision during manoeuvre
Trapping feet under wheels or when lowering the load
Crushing between equipment and fixed objects
Foot injuries when in contact with wheeled equipment
Controls for manually operated load handling aids and equipment
Observe the safe working load
Follow information & instruction on use of the equipment
Ensure users are training & authorised to use equipment
Routine inspection & maintenance of the equipment
Safe parking areas provided for the equipment
Avoid uneven grond & slopes
Use of ramp over steps
Secure the load to avoid falling (for e.g. shrink wrapping)
Use of people hoists
Can be manual operated with the use of a crank handle
Can be powered
May be mobile or permanently mounted to a ceiling track
Controls for the use of people hoists
Only to be used by trained & authorised personnel
Ensure suitability of hoist for task/environment
Inspect regularly to ensure safe working order
Use of restraint straps/slings to secure people being lifted
Ensure correct procedures are followed
Ensure operation is properly supervised
Recharge hoists if electrically powered
Examples of people handling aids
Slide sheets
Transfer boards
Wheel chairs