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Basic Safety Training Online Partial Refresher / V3 2023-05-02
Pushing and pulling risk assessment In pushing and pulling operations, the load might be slid, rolled, or moved on wheels. Observe the worker’s general posture during the operation. Figure 2 shows some acceptable push/pull postures. The task is likely to be low risk if: a. the force is applied with the hands
b. the torso is largely upright and not twisted
c. the hands are between hip and shoulder height
d. the distance moved without a pause or break is no more than about 20m
When do I need to make a more detailed assessment? If the load can be moved and controlled very easily, for example with one hand, you do not need to do a more detailed assessment. You should make a more detailed assessment using, for example, the RAPP tool or full risk assessment checklists (or equivalent) if: a. the posture shows that the task requires significant forces, for example, leaning; b. here are extra risk factors like slopes, uneven floors, constricted spaces or trapping hazards.
Figure 2 – Pushing and pulling risk assessment 1
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