There is no legal manual handling weight limit in the UK, but there is still a limit to how much a person can safely lift.
Every workplace is different, and every career has different responsibilities. Some people might be expected to do a large amount of manual handling and lifting daily, while some people might go for years lifting nothing more than a pen. Different employees will have different manual handling weight limits.
Manual handling is the transport or support of a load by bodily force, or by hand. Basically, it's the handling of any load whether you're lifting it, dragging it or pushing it. The term 'manual handling' covers the whole lot.
According to government legislation, manual handling is formally defined as: “the transporting or supporting of a load (including lifting, putting down, pushing, pulling, carrying or moving) by hand or by bodily force.”
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Working at height is a pretty risky business, so it's essential to make sure that you always have the right equipment for the job. However, if you'll only need the gear temporarily, consider working at height equipment hire.
If you fall into the category of those who only need working at height safety equipment on a temporary basis, you may be interested in finding out more about SafetyLiftinGear's working at height equipment hire service. Our equipment hire is affordable, convenient, and quick!
When working at height is just an occasional thing, it can be hard to justify purchasing a load of equipment that's only going to lie around and take up space once you've finished with it. Our working at height equipment hire service is the solution.
If you've found yourself holding a ratchet strap and wondering what to do with it, this blog is for you. In this comprehensive guide to ratchet straps, we're going to cover everything you need to know, from understanding lashing capacity to how to correctly store your equipment.
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SafetyLiftinGear's chain blocks and electric hoists were recently used to dismantle a large goods lift at a hotel on London's Park Lane.
Elevator Solutions Ltd, a Kent-based company who specialise in decommissioning lifts, were asked to remove the 8 tonne lift car and all shaft pulleys. After carrying out an initial site survey and tests, the Elevator Solutions team used a 10 tonne chain block from SafetyLiftinGear to tackle the lift car.
Working at height means work where a fall could cause personal injury. For a more detailed explanation of what working at height means, read on.
There are a lot of different work situations that count as "Working at Height." Plus, when it comes to working at height, there are a number of different rules and regulations that must be adhered to. In 2005, the UK government passed a piece of legislation titled 'The Work at Height Regulations 2005' which contains details, definitions, and important working at height guidelines. When working at height, proper precautions can save lives.
You may still be wondering: what does working at height mean? If you'd like the answer, then read on! We've compiled a full guide on the real meaning of working at height.
Safety line systems are among the most popular safety solutions utilised by people who work at height. They are used to protect workers from falling, whether they’re working on rooftops or trains, skyscrapers or electric towers.
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