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Manual handling is required for the majority of jobs. Employees may need to use lifting equipment in some cases to safely lift and handle various loads and items. When handled incorrectly, they can result in musculoskeletal disorders. Employers are required by law to educate their employees about the risks they face and what they can do to mitigate those risks.
Manual handling risk assessments are the responsibility of employers. The Health and Safety Executive recommends conducting a TILE assessment, which includes considering the task, individual lifting, load, and environment in which it will be lifted. Following the completion of a risk assessment, employers must take steps to reduce risks.
