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HS&E MAP practice question: Manual handling (4 of 4) B. Occupational health, wellbeing and welfare A free question from our original HS&E MAP practice exam. Try it, then open the answer to see why each option is right or wrong.
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Plasterboard is delivered to the ground floor, but it will be fitted on the third floor.
What does HSE advise?
Choose one answer.
A A. Lift it mechanically to where it is neededB B. Carry it up the stairs by handC C. Throw it up through the stairwellD D. Leave it outside in the rain until neededShow the answer and explanation Answer: A
A. Right: Right. HSE says boards should be loaded out close to where they are needed using cranes, lifts and trolleys.B. Wrong: Wrong. Carrying boards up stairs is a big manual handling risk.C. Wrong: Wrong. That is dangerous to everyone nearby.D. Wrong: Wrong. Plan the delivery so it is moved mechanically to where it is needed.Explanation Plan deliveries so materials are lifted mechanically close to where they will be used.
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