Manual Handling

What is Manual Handling?

Manual Handling is the transporting or supporting of a load by bodily force including:

  • Lifting
  • Lowering
  • Pushing
  • Pulling
  • Carrying

Moving and Handling

Moving and Handling is part of manual handling although more specifically refers to the movement and handling of persons either within a care setting or at home. This also involves the adaptation of a person's environment to facilitate the use of a hoist, selection and use of hoists and slings.

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