What is the correct lifting technique?
There is no single correct way to lift. The content of any training in good handling technique should be tailored to the particular situation or individual circumstances under which the manual handling takes place. However HSE has published guidance which contains a list which illustrates some important points which are relevant to a two handed symmetrical lift, i.e. a lift using both hands that takes place in front of the body. This list is contained in a free leaflet – Getting to grips with Manual Handling : A short guide for employers [PDF]. Full details of the range of factors that need to be taken in to account when assessing the risks from manual handling and the steps that need to be taken to control those risks are set out in ‘Manual Handling – Manual Handling Operations at Work Regulations 1992’ – Guidance on the Regulations (2004 revision) which is available from HSE Books price £8.95. You may also find it helpful to visit our risk assessment and lifting operations sections o
There is no single correct way to lift. The content of any training in good handling technique should be tailored to the particular situation or individual circumstances under which the manual handling takes place. However HSE has published guidance which contains a list which illustrates some important points which are relevant to a two handed symmetrical list, i.e. a lift using both hands that takes place in front of the body. This list is contained in a free leaflet ‘ Getting to grips with Manual Handling: A short guide for employers which is available on the HSE website http://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/indg143.pdf. Full details of the range of factors that need to be taken in to account when assessing the risks from manual handling and the steps that need to be taken to control those risks are set out in ‘Manual Handling – Manual Handling Operations at Work Regulations 1992’ – Guidance on the Regulations (2004 revision) which is available from HSE Books price £8.95. You may also find it
