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Despite rapid advances in mechanisation, phsyical effort is still very much a part of many job functions. In fact, every work situation involves the manual handling of items to some degree or other. The fact the back injuries still account for around 20% of all work related injuries only confirms the necessity of dealing with manual handling issues in the workplace as a key component in any attempt to improve the overall level of safety.

So, what is manual handling? Simply stated, manual handling is the movement of items by human energy. Manual handling includes lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling, carrying or otherwise moving, holding or restraining any person, animal or item. Manual handling covers pulling levers, sliding things, picking up or putting down, even wearing protective clothing or tool bags. All fit the categories of manual handling. Manual handling can involve the movement of items ranging from the small and light to the bulky and dangerous.
Items to be moved can range in: size, weight, shape, bulk, type and delicacy. All these factors affect the risk posed to the person moving the object.

So, what are the main problems that associate with the manual handling? And, how are injuries caused? The most current problem is quite simply not using correct lifting and carrying techniques. Many injuries result from people lifting objects from awkward positions, or from something simple such as twisting the upper body when putting down a load. Another very common problem is trying to handle the load that is too great or too heavy for the person's ability. Repetition is also another common problem. Repetitive motion of handling of loads can result in injuries that is not instantaneous but can be just as devastating to the injured person.



2011-11-04 12:31:30 補充：
Moving large items can also affect the person's line of sight and the balance. This can lead to a number of problems, including the ability to adjust the different walking surfaces, the ability to cope with steps and the obvious hazard that associated with obstruction and the person's path.

2011-11-04 12:32:09 補充：
See [comment} for the last part.

2011-11-04 16:09:04 補充：
Correction:
Repetitious motion of handling of loads ....

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