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HS&E PLUM practice question: Other hazards on plumbing jobs (5 of 6) E. Specialist: Plumbing (JIB) A free question from our original HS&E PLUM practice exam. Try it, then open the answer to see why each option is right or wrong.
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You need to get a full-size hot water cylinder up a flight of stairs.
What should you do?
Choose one answer.
A A. Carry it up alone to save timeB B. Lift it with your back bentC C. Drag it up the stairs on its side, one step at a timeD D. Plan it, and use help or a lifting aidShow the answer and explanation Answer: D
A. Wrong: Wrong. A heavy, awkward load can injure you.B. Wrong: Wrong. Keep your back straight and use your legs.C. Wrong: Wrong. That risks losing control of it.D. Right: Right. HSE says avoid hazardous manual handling where you can, and reduce the risk with lifting aids or team handling.Explanation Plan heavy lifts: use lifting aids or team handling, and avoid carrying awkward loads alone.
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