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An interactive quiz to test your knowledge of the manual handling regulations

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1
How many of reported accidents occur when materials are handled manually
3 out of 10
6 out of 10
4 out of 10
5 out of 10
2
What should you do if your boss asks you to carry out a lift that isn't safe
You should simply carry out the lift
You should refuse and go home
You should refuse and explain why
You should do as your boss says but under protest
3
The spine consists of how many bones?
30
31
32
33
4
What does the abbreviation TILE stand for when considering manual handling
Task, Individual, Load, Environment
Task, Individual, Load, Effort
Task, Individual, Leg, Environment
Task, Idea, Load, Effort
5
Before you lift a load, what should you do?
Check the size and weight of the load
The destination and the storage position of the load
The route you are taking is clear
All of the factors listed
6
True or false: You can injure your spine lifting something while seated
True
False
7
The basic principles when manually lifting and carrying heavy objects is
Lift using the power of your neck muscles with a bent back
Keep your back straight and use your legs to do the lifting
Bend your back and keep your legs straight to do the lifting
Bend your neck and your back to do the lifting
8
What is the maximum load a male can safely lift
15kg
10kg
25kg
20kg
9
What does the abbreviation RSI stand for?
Repetitive side injury
Repetitive shin injury
Repetitive strain injury
Repetitive spine injury
10
When should lifting aids be used
On night shift only
If the lift cannot be done safely by one or a team
When the job is urgent
In factory premises only