Manual handling

Manual handling

Correct manual handling is a key part of safe work and learning.

Manual handling covers a wide range of activities in which you lift, lower, carry, pull, push, hold or restrain something. 

It’s not just about how hard something is to move. Repetitive activities, exposure to vibration, inappropriate clothing, environmental factors and the skill, experience and age of the person involved can all contribute to injuries. 

These may include:

  • strains and sprains 
  • back problems
  • soft tissue injuries 
  • hernias
  • chronic pain.  

Using proper controls can reduce the risk of injury and help you stay safe and comfortable. Correct manual handling should be part of the overall health and safety management of almost every activity and task we perform.

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RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business - Artwork 'Luwaytini' by Mark Cleaver, Palawa.

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Acknowledgement of Country

RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business.

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